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Gerry and Ted Kruger, Circle of Friends members, in front of Portrait of Mrs Tom Roberts 1910 by Tom Roberts. Purchased with the assistance of the Circle of Friends 2013.
Gerry and Ted Kruger, Circle of Friends members, in front of Portrait of Mrs Tom Roberts 1910 by Tom Roberts. Purchased with the assistance of the Circle of Friends 2013.

Join the Circle of Friends and gain access to:

  • members-only exhibition viewings
  • special events such as members’ dinners and lunches with prominent speakers; lectures; workshops; and bus trips
  • discounted tickets for paid exhibitions, lectures and workshops

Circle of Friends members also receive:

  • Annual subscription to our beautiful Portrait magazine
  • e-news updates and special offers like discounted movie tickets
  • a 10% discount on all your purchases at the shop and café
  • reciprocal benefits with institutions in the Australian Federation of Friends of Museums
  • invitations to travelling exhibitions in your area
  • A free, 12-month digital subscription to Art Guide Australia.*

* Current members please email us to claim this offer.

Contact

Tazmin Kip is our Circle of Friends Coordinator.

Email: membership@npg.gov.au

I am delighted to provide this congratulatory message to members of the National Portrait Gallery’s Circle of Friends on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. Over the course of two decades the Circle of Friends has provided outstanding support across all areas of the National Portrait Gallery and become a highly valued champion of the Gallery family. This support has been particularly impactful through the Gallery’s acquisition of portraits for the collection. As Patron of the Australian Federation of Friends of Museums, I appreciate fully the role and importance of Friends’ organisations to the arts and museums sector. One of the Friends’ finest hours came in the early days of the National Portrait Gallery when, in August 2001, it showed its support by being early adopters of a then fledgling institution. From its mere three rooms at Old Parliament House, the Friends had the vision to support the Gallery to become the stand alone, much loved, award winning destination it now is. I thank all members, past and present, of the Circle of Friends for their passion, dedication and ongoing support of Australia’s National Portrait Gallery. Congratulations on your platinum anniversary!
I am delighted to provide this congratulatory message to members of the National Portrait Gallery’s Circle of Friends on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. Over the course of two decades the Circle of Friends has provided outstanding support across all areas of the National Portrait Gallery and become a highly valued champion of the Gallery family. This support has been particularly impactful through the Gallery’s acquisition of portraits for the collection. As Patron of the Australian Federation of Friends of Museums, I appreciate fully the role and importance of Friends’ organisations to the arts and museums sector. One of the Friends’ finest hours came in the early days of the National Portrait Gallery when, in August 2001, it showed its support by being early adopters of a then fledgling institution. From its mere three rooms at Old Parliament House, the Friends had the vision to support the Gallery to become the stand alone, much loved, award winning destination it now is. I thank all members, past and present, of the Circle of Friends for their passion, dedication and ongoing support of Australia’s National Portrait Gallery. Congratulations on your platinum anniversary!
I am delighted to provide this congratulatory message to members of the National Portrait Gallery’s Circle of Friends on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. Over the course of two decades the Circle of Friends has provided outstanding support across all areas of the National Portrait Gallery and become a highly valued champion of the Gallery family. This support has been particularly impactful through the Gallery’s acquisition of portraits for the collection. As Patron of the Australian Federation of Friends of Museums, I appreciate fully the role and importance of Friends’ organisations to the arts and museums sector. One of the Friends’ finest hours came in the early days of the National Portrait Gallery when, in August 2001, it showed its support by being early adopters of a then fledgling institution. From its mere three rooms at Old Parliament House, the Friends had the vision to support the Gallery to become the stand alone, much loved, award winning destination it now is. I thank all members, past and present, of the Circle of Friends for their passion, dedication and ongoing support of Australia’s National Portrait Gallery. Congratulations on your platinum anniversary!
I am delighted to provide this congratulatory message to members of the National Portrait Gallery’s Circle of Friends on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. Over the course of two decades the Circle of Friends has provided outstanding support across all areas of the National Portrait Gallery and become a highly valued champion of the Gallery family. This support has been particularly impactful through the Gallery’s acquisition of portraits for the collection. As Patron of the Australian Federation of Friends of Museums, I appreciate fully the role and importance of Friends’ organisations to the arts and museums sector. One of the Friends’ finest hours came in the early days of the National Portrait Gallery when, in August 2001, it showed its support by being early adopters of a then fledgling institution. From its mere three rooms at Old Parliament House, the Friends had the vision to support the Gallery to become the stand alone, much loved, award winning destination it now is. I thank all members, past and present, of the Circle of Friends for their passion, dedication and ongoing support of Australia’s National Portrait Gallery. Congratulations on your platinum anniversary!

Message from the Governor General

20th anniversary congratulations

I am delighted to provide this congratulatory message to members of the National Portrait Gallery’s Circle of Friends on the occasion of its 20th anniversary.
Tim Winton, 2019 Sally Robinson
Tim Winton, 2019 Sally Robinson
Tim Winton, 2019 Sally Robinson
Tim Winton, 2019 Sally Robinson

Annual Appeal 2020

We thank all those who contributed to our 2020 Annual Appeal toward this acquisition. This appeal has now closed.

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Australian Federation of Friends of Museums
Friends Review February 2019

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