National Portrait Gallery

Modern gallery entrance with visitors walking past a large orange sculpture and contemporary artwork.

Get to know artists, musicians, politicians, athletes, scientists, community leaders and more at the National Portrait Gallery. Home to the National Portrait Collection, the Gallery tells stories of the Australian people from past to present through the eyes of some of our best-known artists.

Gain a greater understanding of Australia's identity, creativity, culture and diversity through art, stories and a myriad of exhibitions and programs. Wander within the walls of the Gallery, join a guided tour or enjoy a warm drink and bite to eat at the Portrait Café; the choice is yours.

Free entry. Discover more on the National Portrait Gallery website.

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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region.

We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.

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