Explore the collection from the comfort of you loungeroom. Join us for free, interactive, virtual collection tours. Examine portraits in depth with Gallery Educators delivered via Zoom, and chat, comment and ask questions just like the IRL experience. Videos of selected previous events are available too.
Seeing faces in random information, physical distancing and the human heart – take an intriguing three dimensional trip through the gallery.
Free. Bookings required
Discover some of the artists, architects, and activists who have travelled far and wide and yet call Canberra home.
Free. Bookings required
Lindy Morrison has played in her share of bands over the years. From jazz to pop to punk, she’s been an ever-present force in Australian music.
Free. Bookings required
Join us on the red carpet to meet some of Australia’s fashion stars, known not just for striking poses, but also for their striking stories.
Free. Bookings required
Join us as we navigate through portraits of those who’ve explored, adventured and endured the challenges of traversing on and off our planet.
Free. Bookings required
Follow the wind and desert sands into the wilderness. Can’t come to us? Join us online for a reading of Jeannie Baker’s The story of Rosy Dock and then create your own visual response with items at home.
Free. Bookings required
Join artist Ellis Hutch from wherever you are for a hands-on workshop with a nod to the ancient art of relief carving.
Free. Bookings required
Explore portraiture and come face to face with Australian identity, history, culture, creativity and diversity.
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