Australian Psychedelic History — Share Your Story

Help us preserve the stories, memories and experiences that shaped Australia’s psychedelic history.

Were you part of Australia’s psychedelic history up to the end of 1975 — or do you remember someone who was?

We are looking for first-hand accounts and family memories of psychedelic research, therapy and culture in Australia. You might remember a doctor or patient, an artist or musician, a community or gathering, a particular place, conversation, treatment or personal experience.

Stories about Australians overseas are also welcome where there is a meaningful connection to Australian history.

Whether your memory is large or small, we would love to hear what you remember.

Want to know more first? Visit About the Australian Psychedelic History Project.

In Your Own Voice, in Your Own Time

Record somewhere you feel comfortable — at home, in the garden or anywhere you can speak freely. There is no interviewer and no need to rush.

Your memories don't need to be perfect. Approximate dates, half-remembered names and small details can all provide valuable historical clues.

Take your time and tell the story in whatever way feels natural to you.

Before You Start

A few things will help your recording go smoothly:

• Allow microphone access when your browser asks. If you have previously blocked it, you may need to change your browser or device settings.

• Find somewhere reasonably quiet. Your phone, tablet or computer microphone is all you need.

• Make sure you have a reliable internet connection when you're ready to submit your recording.

• Keep this page open while recording and uploading.

• You can pause, resume and listen back before submitting, and download a copy for yourself if you wish.

Nothing is sent to us until you choose “Submit My Story.”

A Note About What You Share

Please take care when sharing sensitive information about yourself or other people, particularly people who are still living.

If your story involves historical drug supply, dealing or manufacture, you do not need to identify people or describe methods, quantities, sources or customers. The history and your experience are what matter to us.

You can choose to submit your story anonymously. If you have concerns about the legal implications of something you intend to share, consider seeking independent legal advice before submitting.

Recordings represent the memories, experiences and opinions of individual contributors and do not necessarily represent independently verified historical fact or the views of the Australian Psychedelic History Project or Entheogenesis Australis.

Not Sure Where to Begin?

There is no right or wrong way to tell your story. You don't need to answer every question — these are simply prompts to get you started.

• Who are you, and who were you then? Or who is your story about?

• When and where did it happen?

• How did you become involved? Was it an individual experience or part of a group, community, research or therapeutic setting?

• What psychedelic was involved? If relevant, how was it obtained or prepared, and what was the context around its use?

• Who else was there? What do you remember about them?

• What happened? What stands out in your memory?

• How did it affect you or the people around you?

• Did it have a lasting impact on your life, relationships, creativity, spirituality, work or worldview?

• Why do you want to tell this story now? What would you like future generations to understand or remember?

Just tell us what you remember, in whatever way feels natural to you.

1. Record your story → 2. Choose how we may use it → 3. Send it to the archive