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Art exhibitions to see in Melbourne
Euphoria
Immerse yourself in a surround-sound world that tests capitalism’s mantra of endless, euphoric consumption
Melbourne
Mirror: New views on photography
Emerging and established storytellers have responded to photographs to create new and inspiring narratives about Victoria
Melbourne
Pre-Raphaelites: Drawings and Watercolours
This international exhibition at the Art Gallery of Ballarat brings to life the world of Pre-Raphaelite artists like William and Jane Morris
Ballarat
The best art in Melbourne
If you're keen on experiencing some of the best art that Melbourne has to offer, but don't want to bust out the credit card.
Where to buy art in Melbourne
It's the perfect time to add a little art to your home – here's where to start.
Where to find Melbourne’s best public artworks
Melbourne is dotted with public artworks that add to our city aesthetically as well as explore deeper themes.
The best art galleries in Melbourne
Take in blockbuster exhibitions, local shows and state-of-the-art installations at Melbourne's best galleries.
Secret arts spaces in Melbourne
Fine art and performance aren't always hiding in plain sight – sometimes you need to know where to look.
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The latest in art
Euphoria
Immerse yourself in a surround-sound world that tests capitalism’s mantra of endless, euphoric consumption
Melbourne
Shadow Spirit
Reflect on the shadows of Australia's history with this First Peoples exhibition in Flinders Street Station’s abandoned rooms
Melbourne
Connection
This immersive exhibition at the Lume is set to be the largest representation of First Peoples art and culture ever assembled
South Wharf
Mirror: New views on photography
Emerging and established storytellers have responded to photographs to create new and inspiring narratives about Victoria
Melbourne
What's on at
NGV International
NGV International
Victoria's premier art gallery features major blockbuster exhibitions. The permanent collection includes a Rembrandt, a Bonnard and a Tiepolo
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
See NGV's extensive collection of Australian artwork, ranging from the Colonial period through to contemporary art
Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA)
Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA)
A not-for-profit gallery showcasing group exhibitions of sculpture, video, installation, photography, print and paint
Heide Museum of Modern Art
Heide Museum of Modern Art
This bastion of Australian modernism and contemporary art also boasts an outdoor sculpture park and the 1960s home of founders John and Sunday Reed.
Arts Centre Melbourne
Arts Centre Melbourne
Featuring temporary and permanent exhibitions from the Arts Centre's performing arts and public art collections
Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI)
Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI)
The place to go for major exhibitions and screenings relating to film, television and gaming culture
Art news and announcements
The Temple of Boom brings the Parthenon to the NGV
And entry is totally free
An exhibition featuring Warhol, Basquiat and Haring is popping over to Australia
This is your chance to cast your peepers over famous contemporary works never seen before in Australia
A huge multi-sensory Frida Kahlo experience is coming to Australia this summer
Hit the road and immerse yourself in this exclusive blockbuster dedicated to the life and art of the renowned Mexican artist
Breaking: Rone's next installation will be in the Flinders Street Station Ballroom
The prolific street artist is taking over the space in October with his new immersive exhibition 'Time'