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New Zealand Portrait Gallery, Portrait gallery in Wellington City, New Zealand

The New Zealand Portrait Gallery occupies Shed 11, a historic building positioned along Lady Elizabeth Lane on the Wellington waterfront.

Founded in 1905, the gallery maintains a collection of portraits documenting notable individuals who influenced New Zealand's development through different periods.

The gallery presents exhibitions featuring Māori artists, immigrant stories, and contemporary New Zealand creators, reflecting the country's diverse cultural perspectives.

Entry to the gallery is free of charge, with opening hours from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM daily, excluding Christmas Day and Good Friday.

The Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award encourages young Māori artists to create portraits of their ancestors using various artistic techniques.

Location: Wellington City

Website: https://nzportraitgallery.org.nz

GPS coordinates: -41.28357,174.77821

Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:34

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