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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.

Mission to Mars

Looking for a unique team-building activity for your corporate event? Consider Mission to Mars for your next training session or strategy day.

Using an app in the Gallery

Mission to Mars is a fast-paced, interactive digital challenge that sends participants out of the conference rooms and into the galleries! Working in teams, groups solve clues, complete missions and explore the Gallery’s collection in a fun, engaging experience that's perfect for corporate groups, social gatherings and conference add-ons.

Why groups love it

  • A quick, high-energy activity that fits into any schedule
  • Encourages teamwork, communication and problem-solving
  • Gets people out of their seats and into the galleries
  • No prior knowledge needed, just curiosity and a willingness to jump in
  • Perfect for icebreakers, conference programs and team-building

Whether you're running a training session, bringing a team together or entertaining clients, Mission to Mars offers a memorable shared experience that sparks conversation long after the session ends.

Bookings

Bookings available: 8:00am–5:30pm daily (excluding Christmas Day)

Session length: 30 minutes

Group size: 10–80 people

Cost: $10 per person

Book now

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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 past and present. We respectfully advise that this site includes works by, images of, names of, voices of and references to deceased people.

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