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Sunday 29 March – Sunday 26 April 2026



Learn about the architecture of the building before journeying through the Gallery to hear about the lives and legacies of the portrait subjects and the artistic techniques used to tell their stories.
Bookings required


Join a short introductory tour of the National Portrait Gallery and discover a few key portraits.
Bookings available


Browse the full list of portraits from the collection that are on view now.



Explore the beauty and symbolism of flowers in this weird and wonderful floral extravaganza that showcases more than 50 portraits from the collection, new acquisitions and selected loans.



Atem’s major new commission The Last Women embodies the artist’s vibrant style of staged studio portraiture.



National treasure, Tina Arena AM, is set to celebrate a remarkable 50 years in the music industry. In honour of her dedication, talent and incredible achievements, the National Portrait Gallery has commissioned a new portrait by renowned fashion photographer Georges Antoni.



Explore the creativity of young Australians in this special online exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Australian honours system.



Marking a pivotal moment in Australian sporting history, the National Portrait Gallery has commissioned a major new portrait of all 23 players from the CommBank Matildas FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ Squad.



Celebrate our new commissioned portrait of the CommBank Matildas by artist Angela Tiatia.



Congratulations to Jennifer Croom, inaugural winner of the ABC series Portrait Artist of the Year!



Inspired by our new video portrait of the CommBank Matildas by artist Angela Tiatia, create your own football trading card just like your favourite sports star.



Join Visitor Experience Coordinator, Marina, for a final virtual tour of our In Bloom exhibition.
Bookings required


John Brack x Noel McKenna: A face in the mirror brings together the work of two influential Australian artists.



On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.
Bookings required


Explore the Gallery at a gentle pace with quiet areas, sensory kits and creative activities for families to enjoy together.



Join curator Erin Vink from the Art Gallery of NSW in conversation with a member of the NPG team about artist Angela Tiatia and her video work Hibiscus rosa.
Bookings required


This year’s Annual Lecture will be presented by academic, author, art historian and judge of Portrait Artist of the Year, Associate Professor Robert Wellington.
Bookings required


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