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The National Portrait Gallery acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders both past and present.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are warned that this website contains images of deceased persons.

Virtual Highlight Tour

First Nation Portraits: 50 Years of Deadly

Tuesday 30 June 2026
12:30 – 1:00pm AEST
Live online
Sketchbook journal for the commission portrait
Sketchbook journal for the commission portrait "The Dance - David McAllister", 2016 Peter Brew-Bevan. © Peter Brew-Bevan

Bookings essential - free

This free program will be delivered using Zoom.

Book now

Explore the power of First Nations people through portraiture with Education Delivery Officer, Sophia. She’ll highlight portraits from the collection that reflect this year’s NAIDOC theme, 50 Years of Deadly, celebrating strength, culture and enduring impact.

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Make a booking and the Gallery will email you details on how to connect with us using Zoom.

For access support or other ways to book please email [email protected] or phone 02 6102 7070 prior to your visit.

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