1. Interior of National Portrait Gallery
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  2. National Portrait Gallery artworks
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  3. National Portrait Gallery
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National Portrait Gallery

The gallery is specifically dedicated to portraiture - painted or photographic
  • Art
Melissa Woodley
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Time Out says

Come face-to-face with our country’s most topical and trending Australian characters at the nation’s only portrait gallery. From Archie Roach and Adam Goodes to Carla Zampatti and Cate Blanchett, these are the people and artists who have shaped our Australian identity. You can take a squiz at the hundreds of portraits, before popping just across the road to the National Gallery of Australia, Questacon or Old Parliament House. 

Time Out tip: Can't make it to Canberra just yet? You can explore the gallery's impressive collection of notorious and glorious portraits online.

Address: King Edward Terrace, Parkes

Price: Free (excl. some special exhibitions)

Details

Address
Canberra
King Edward Terrace
Parkes
Canberra
2600
Opening hours:
Daily 10am-5pm
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