The ASIO Museum was established to mark ASIO’s 75^th anniversary. It tells the story of ASIO from the past and present, through spy gadgets, surveillance cameras, hidden listening devices, and declassified stories.

We invite you to enjoy this digital exploration of ASIO’s history. You’ll learn about ASIO’s early days including the Petrov defections and the Royal Commission on Espionage, the establishment of ASIO’s surveillance unit (the Operational Base Establishment), the rise of terrorism, ASIO’s role in protecting the 2000 Sydney Olympics, and the increased threat of espionage and foreign interference.

Explore the timeline of key events that shaped ASIO as the security service it is today. Enter the artefact gallery to see real spy gadgets used by ASIO officers to gather mission critical intelligence. Read case studies on achievements of ASIO agents during the Cold War, how ASIO secured the defection of intelligence officials to Australia, and overcoming discrimination in ASIO.