National Portrait Gallery

The National Portrait Gallery is an art museum in Canberra that showcases portraits of notable Australians displayed in a modern building at King Edward Terrace. The collection includes paintings, photographs, and other artworks arranged across multiple exhibition spaces.

The museum opened in 2019 and established a dedicated space for preserving Australian portrait art in a purpose-built facility. This creation marked a significant shift in how Australia's visual heritage of notable figures is collected and displayed.

The gallery presents portraits of people who shaped Australia, offering visitors a window into the diversity of Australian society and its key figures. Through the exhibitions, you see how different communities and their members are recognized in the nation's visual record.

The museum sits at King Edward Terrace and opens daily from 10 AM to 5 PM with wheelchair access available. Visitors can use the on-site research library or simply explore the exhibitions at their own pace.

The museum hosts two notable competitions: the National Photographic Portrait Prize and the Darling Portrait Prize, which feature contemporary Australian portrait artists. These events draw artists and allow visitors to discover fresh works regularly.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Website: https://portrait.gov.au

GPS coordinates: -35.29982,149.13387

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:41