Coming to visit? Ticketed entry is in place to safely manage your visit so please book ahead. Need to cancel or rejig? Email bookings@npg.gov.au
Sunday 28 February 2021 – Tuesday 28 February 2023
Seeing faces in random information, physical distancing and the human heart – take an intriguing three dimensional trip through the gallery.
Bookings requiredDiscover some of the artists, architects, and activists who have travelled far and wide and yet call Canberra home.
Bookings requiredJoin 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.
Bookings requiredJoin us as we navigate through portraits of those who’ve explored, adventured and endured the challenges of traversing on and off our planet.
Bookings requiredFrom Heide to the outback, take a closer look at some of the artist communities celebrated in our exciting new exhibition, Australian Love Stories.
Bookings requiredDip your toes in. Winter may be fast approaching, but bundle up and get ready to dive into our Collection to discover the different connections people have with water.
Bookings requiredHello cool cats! Join us as we make a beeline for the feline and explore works featuring furry faces (and their human friends/slaves).
Bookings requiredMirror as a noun: any reflecting surface. Person as a mirror... let’s reflect on that! Join us as we look into the faces of others who might show us something about ourselves.
Bookings requiredJoin us on a journey that talks to our national identity in times of war.
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