National Portrait Gallery

Gallery Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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What to expect

The National Portrait Gallery is a public art gallery containing portraits of prominent Australians. It features a collection of approximately 3000 portraits across various mediums, including photography, painting, and sculpture. The gallery offers a range of programs for kids of all ages and has a family-friendly atmosphere, with facilities such as a cafe, shop, and parents' room. The gallery also caters to people with disabilities, providing accessibility features such as wheelchair access and audio descriptions. Visitors can explore the gallery's permanent collection, which includes portraits of artists, musicians, politicians, and other notable Australians. The gallery also hosts temporary exhibitions and prizes, such as the National Photographic Portrait Prize and the Darling Portrait Prize

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Canberra For Families - More Than Politics

Canberra For Families - More Than Politics
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the National Portrait Gallery

Highlights: The kids got to try their hand at a range of activities including creating their own self portrait which resulted in some interesting artworks ✨