Oral History Pod: Capture your memories

Step inside the Oral History Pod at the National Library of Australia, a cosy private space created in celebration of Oral History Month.
About this Event

Recording your memories can be surprisingly powerful. This pop‑up experience invites two people to sit together and record a meaningful conversation that captures memories, reflections, and stories worth holding onto.

In the pod, one of you becomes the storyteller and the other the question‑asker. Everyday moments often become treasured keepsakes - for you, your family, or anyone you choose to share them with. This pod gives you the chance to preserve those stories before they fade.

Bookings and using the pod

One-hour sessions are available to book from Tuesday 11 August to Friday 28 August via the 'Book now' button. Choose from available times between 10:00am and 5:00pm daily.

You can book multiple sessions if you wish to record for longer, pending availability.

A friendly booklet is waiting inside to guide you with:

• Recording tips for capturing clear, warm sound
• Suggested conversation prompts to help the dialogue flow
• Simple phone‑based recording apps you can use to save your story

Your recording is entirely for personal use, and we hope this space helps you create something heartfelt, lasting, and uniquely yours.

Record a parent, a friend, a child – anyone whose memories and experiences are important to you. Happy memory‑making!