National Portrait Gallery
From Howard Arkley’s portrait of Nick Cave, to Ned Kelly’s death mask, the portraits include a fascinating array of artists, musicians, entertainers, politicians, sports people and royalty.
The Portrait Gallery Store and Portrait Cafe are both popular destinations in their own right, and a perfect accompaniment to any visit.
Half hour Collection Highlights Tour available at 11.30 am daily .
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Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu (detail), 2009 Guy Maestri, photo by Martin Ollman -
Image Courtesy of Brett Boardman -
Portrait of Captain James Cook RN 1782 by John Webber R.A -
Deborah Mailman 1999 by Evert Ploeg -
Image Courtesy of Brett Boardman
DETAILS
OPENING HOURS
Daily: 10am - 5pm; Closed Christmas Day.
COSTS
Free
ACCESSIBILITY
Disabled access available, contact operator for details
Location
National Portrait Gallery
King Edward Terrace, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Features
Carpark
Reviews
TripAdvisor traveller rating
Ranked #8 of 224 things to do in Canberra on TripAdvisor
Awards
- Traveler's Choice
- Certificate of Excellence 2017
© TripAdvisor 2016
“Yes...that looks like him/her.”
An interesting, slightly nostalgic, wander through Australian history and social life. A mix of styles with some genuine clunkers alongside portraits of brilliance. It's close to the National...
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“Amazing”
Loved the experience. Reading the individual history of the persons' portrait informing and at times inspiring
jodib954
“The wise, the good, the bad and the plain ugly.”
A fascinating range of artistic styles, subjects, and insights. One comes away with a much increased sense of Australian history and people - as well of the skills of so many of its artists. Take...
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