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Canberra, ACT 2600, Australia
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L. Gordon Darling AC CMG
31 August 2015
Archived media releases 2015
The Chairman, Board, Director and all the Staff of the National Portrait Gallery mourn the loss of our Founding Patron, who died peacefully in Melbourne this morning. He was 94.
Uncommon Australians
The vision of Gordon and Marilyn Darling
General content
Sarah Engledow writes about Gordon and Marilyn Darling and their support for the National Portrait Gallery throughout its evolution.
Gordon and Marilyn Darling interview
General content
Gordon and Marilyn Darling talk about the origins of the National Portrait Gallery and some of their favourite portraits.
Gordon Darling Hall
Spaces
Just inside the entrance, the Hall has a soaring ceiling and plenty of natural light.
Cocktail reception
Options
We can provide a stunning, sophisticated space for your cocktail reception.
Honour board
Support your Portrait Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery acknowledges and thanks all its supporters.
Lunch or dinner
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Along with a meal in an elegant space, your guests may also enjoy portraits of notable Australians.
Wedding
Options
Allow us to paint the possibilities of your wedding reception.
Darling Portrait Prize
Prizes and awards
The Darling Portrait Prize is a biennial national prize for Australian portrait painting honouring the legacy of Mr L Gordon Darling AC CMG (1921-2015), who was instrumental in establishing the National Portrait Gallery of Australia. The winner receives a cash prize of $75,000.
Opportunities for support
Support your Portrait Gallery
Donations of all sizes play a vital role in supporting the development of the collection, exhibitions, access and learning programs, and resources in print and online.
Visiting the National Portrait Gallery
Visual Stories
Access support for a general visit to the Gallery.
Terrace Room Two
Spaces
The eastern side of the Terrace Room is perfect for a breakfast or lunch, workshop or planning day.
Terrace Room One
Spaces
The western side of the Terrace Room is perfect for a breakfast or lunch, a workshop or planning day.
The National Portrait Prizes
29 January 2020
Archived media releases 2020
The National Portrait Gallery today announced finalists for the inaugural Darling Portrait Prize, a national new $75,000 prize for Australian portrait painting, and released selected images from the final prize pool for the popular National Photography Portrait Prize.
Terrace Room
Spaces
The Terrace Room opens onto a north facing, outdoor heated terrace with lovely views.
Foundation members announced
18 May 2015
Archived media releases 2015
The newly-established National Portrait Gallery Foundation met for its inaugural meeting last Friday 15 May in Canberra.