National Portrait Gallery of Australia
The National Portrait Gallery of Australia is located in Canberra and was established in 1998. It showcases portraits, sculptures, and photographic works of significant individuals and events from various fields across Australia, aiming to help visitors understand the identities, histories, creativity, and related cultures of these remarkable figures.
The gallery currently houses over 500 portraits of individuals who have made great contributions to Australia’s formation and development. The subjects of the paintings and sculptures include current Australian Prime Minister John Howard and his wife, Nobel Prize laureate Professor Peter Doherty, renowned Australian composer Peter Sculthorpe, Captain Cook, and Nora Heysen, Australia’s first female artist, among others.
The exhibits combine historical and artistic elements, and the gallery also offers workshops, classes, and forums specifically designed for teachers and students to broaden and enrich their knowledge. The gallery is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, year-round except on Christmas Day.
National Portrait Gallery (Australia)
Reason to visit: Australia’s largest portrait gallery
Continent: Oceania
Country/Region: Australia
Province/State: Australian Capital Territory
City: Canberra
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