Learn about the architecture of the building before journeying through the Gallery to hear about the lives and legacies of the portrait subjects and the artistic techniques used to tell their stories.

Join a short introductory tour of the National Portrait Gallery and discover a few key portraits.

Browse the full list of portraits from the collection that are on view now.

Explore the beauty and symbolism of flowers in this weird and wonderful floral extravaganza that showcases more than 50 portraits from the collection, new acquisitions and selected loans.

Atem’s major new commission The Last Women embodies the artist’s vibrant style of staged studio portraiture.

National treasure, Tina Arena AM, is set to celebrate a remarkable 50 years in the music industry. In honour of her dedication, talent and incredible achievements, the National Portrait Gallery has commissioned a new portrait by renowned fashion photographer Georges Antoni.

Explore the creativity of young Australians in this special online exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Australian honours system.

Marking a pivotal moment in Australian sporting history, the National Portrait Gallery has commissioned a major new portrait of all 23 players from the CommBank Matildas FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ Squad.

Celebrate our new commissioned portrait of the CommBank Matildas by artist Angela Tiatia.

Congratulations to Jennifer Croom, inaugural winner of the ABC series Portrait Artist of the Year!

Inspired by our new video portrait of the CommBank Matildas by artist Angela Tiatia, create your own football trading card just like your favourite sports star.

Join us as we look at Samuel Hodge’s portrait of Romance Was Born designers and friends Anna Plunkett and Luke Sales. Explore colour, texture and luminosity through sensory play, water colour painting and paper craft.

Join us as we look at Samuel Hodge’s portrait of Romance Was Born designers and friends Anna Plunkett and Luke Sales. Explore colour, texture and luminosity through sensory play, water colour painting and paper craft.

Draw while listening to Robyn Mellor’s BlockSounds recorder ensemble, as they showcase a range of music from the Renaissance to the 21st century.

Join us for a lively discussion, as three of our Access and Learning team members choose a portrait to surprise each other and us!

Join Visitor Experience Coordinator, Marina, for a final virtual tour of our In Bloom exhibition.

Inspired by our new exhibition John Brack x Noel McKenna: A Face in the mirror, make your own pet portrait using all sorts of playful materials.

Explore people, place and postcards in John Brack x Noel McKenna: A Face in the mirror before creating your own postcard to send to a special person. Then pop it in our post box and we’ll send it for free!

John Brack x Noel McKenna: A face in the mirror brings together the work of two influential Australian artists.

Choose your own adventure with Education Delivery Officer, Nic, on a virtual tour where you can cast your vote to guide your journey through the collection.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

Explore the Gallery at a gentle pace with quiet areas, sensory kits and creative activities for families to enjoy together.

Join curator Erin Vink from the Art Gallery of NSW in conversation with a member of the NPG team about artist Angela Tiatia and her video work Hibiscus rosa.

On the eve of World Earth Day, join Education Delivery Officer Sami to explore portraits of Australians who have harnessed public action to protect our environment.

This year’s Annual Lecture will be presented by academic, author, art historian and judge of Portrait Artist of the Year, Associate Professor Robert Wellington.

Join Learning Facilitator Cate, as she explores the artistry of Judy Cassab and reveals the stories behind her striking portraits.

Join us as we look at Samuel Hodge’s portrait of Romance Was Born designers and friends Anna Plunkett and Luke Sales. Explore colour, texture and luminosity through sensory play, water colour painting and paper craft.

Join us as we look at Samuel Hodge’s portrait of Romance Was Born designers and friends Anna Plunkett and Luke Sales. Explore colour, texture and luminosity through sensory play, water colour painting and paper craft.

Join us as we look at Samuel Hodge’s portrait of Romance Was Born designers and friends Anna Plunkett and Luke Sales. Explore colour, texture and luminosity through sensory play, water colour painting and paper craft.

Join Quinton, Visitor Experience Assistant, as they explore the intricacies of screen prints and lithographs in the collection.

Join Visitor Experience Assistant, Kat, as she looks at portraits in the collection that embody the stories and themes from the 1948 film, The Red Shoes.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

Join Marina, Visitor Experience Coordinator, as she takes you through the John Brack x Noel McKenna exhibition live from the galleries.

Join Visitor Experience Assistant, Kristina, as she takes a closer look at portraits in the collection, revealing the tiny, easily missed details that bring each work to life.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

Join Visitor Experience Assistant Samantha, as she invites the colour-curious to explore three brilliant Australian portraits through the lens of pigment and light.

Join Marina, Visitor Experience Coordinator, live from the galleries, this International Portrait Day, as she explores collection highlights that showcase the rich diversity of representation in portraiture.

Explore the power of First Nations people through portraiture with Education Delivery Officer, Sophia. She’ll highlight portraits from the collection that reflect this year’s NAIDOC theme, 50 Years of Deadly, celebrating strength, culture and enduring impact.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

The National Photographic Portrait Prize 2026 marks the end of one of the Gallery’s longest-running exhibitions.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.