Friday Art Talks
Overview
Friday Art Talks are a free weekly program. Hear from artists, curators and experts on the works in the collection and exhibition program.
Friday Art Talks are held every Friday lunchtime from February to December. There are no Friday Art Talks on public holidays or in January.
The National Gallery is committed to reducing barriers to participation in its programs. Friday Art Talks are wheelchair accessible, and four assistive listening devices will be available for attendees who are hard of hearing. Please email for more information or to discuss your access needs.
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21 Mar – 28 Nov 2025May 2025
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National Gallery of AustraliaParkes Place East, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Facilities
- Cafe
- Carpark
- Family Friendly
- Lockers
- Non Smoking
- Parents Room
- Public Toilet
- Shop / Gift Shop
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Accessibility statement