National Film and Sound Archive

The National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA) in Acton, Canberra, is Australia's national audiovisual archive located on McCoy Circuit near Lake Burley Griffin. Housed in the heritage-listed former Australian Institute of Anatomy building completed in 1931 in Art Deco style, it collects, preserves and shares Australia's film, television, radio and recorded sound heritage. It is notable for its extensive national collection, permanent and temporary exhibitions, and public screening programs.

Visitors can expect a heritage Art Deco building set in landscaped grounds with galleries, exhibition spaces and the Arc Cinema. Inside are curated exhibitions on Australian screen and sound history, displays of film, television and audio artefacts, posters and equipment, plus regular film screenings, talks and events. The site includes a courtyard garden, cafe and shop, with self-guided exploration and guided tours available.