Introducing the Robert Menzies Institute

The Robert Menzies Institute is a prime ministerial library and museum that honours the life of Australia’s longest-serving Prime Minister, bringing alive the spirit of a great Australian for a new generation.

The Institute celebrates the timeless principles championed by Sir Robert Menzies, such as the freedom to flourish within a vibrant democracy and applies them to the challenges of today.

The Institute is independent and non-partisan. It was established in 2021 by the Menzies Research Centre and the University of Melbourne.

Introducing The Robert Menzies Institute

About Sir Robert Menzies

Book Of The Week

Week 199: The Historic Test
Week 198: Pacifism is Not Enough

Upcoming Events

Webinar | Professor Michael Wesley on Southeast Asia and Australia’s Future
  • 17 Jun, 2026
  • 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Conditions for a Successful Immigration Policy with Senator Jonno Duniam
  • 21 Jul, 2026
  • 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
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Joseph Healy on ‘What Would Adam Smith Think of Modern Australia’
  • 28 Jul, 2026
  • 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
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Latest News

1 Jun, 2026

Professor Glyn Davis AC launches The Menzies Legacy

1 Jun, 2026

Menzies could teach the PM a thing or two

27 May, 2026

Zachary Gorman delivers talk for the Camberwell Historical Society

preserving liberal heritage
19 May, 2026

Annual Review 2025-26: Preserving Liberal Heritage

Bringing liberal democratic ideas to young Australians
21 Apr, 2026

Review 2025/26: Engaging the next generation

Advancing Liberal Ideas
21 Apr, 2026

Review 2025/26: Advancing Liberal Ideas

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