A couple is walking happily through a brightly lit gallery featuring several large portraits.

A woman looks at a dark wall featuring four large painted portraits of various women wearing suits.

A family of five walking in a large, brightly lit gallery featuring many portraits.

A shot of the brightly lit Gordon Darling Hall, including botanical arrangements and sleek seating.

Visitors look at painted portraits in a Gallery; in the foreground, a couple sits together.

A family of three takes a selfie photo in front of a large portrait of actress Jacki Weaver.

National Portrait Gallery

Overview

Get to know artists, musicians, politicians, athletes, scientists, community leaders and more! Home to over 3000 portraits, the Portrait 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, history, creativity, culture and diversity through portraiture, stories and a myriad of exhibitions and programs in the award winning building of the National Portrait Gallery.

Discover more on the National Portrait Gallery website.

King Edward Terrace, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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