For Adults

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Creative learning is a life-long pursuit. With our range of art programs, you’re sure to find the perfect spark for your imagination.

Art is an opportunity for us to see the world through a different lens, to encounter expansive thinking. The national collection is for all of us, and we invite Australians of all ages and from all backgrounds to engage with it.

Our programs are designed to inspire creativity, inclusivity and learning through direct engagement with art and ideas. Learn something new, unearth a hidden talent or just have some fun with our range of onsite, online and hybrid events. From daily tours, weekly talks and conversations online to films, music and unique art experiences, we have something for everyone.

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Installation view of Jackson Pollock, Blue poles, 1952, purchased 1973, © Pollock-Krasner Foundation. ARS/Copyright Agency

Tours

Join one of our guide-led tours for a deep-dive into special exhibitions and collection displays.

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Talks & Lectures

Delve into the ideas behind the art with our series of talks and lectures.

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Become a Guide

Learn and share your knowledge of the national collection following a supportive and informative training program.

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Research Library & Archive

The National Gallery Research Library & Archives is home to the most comprehensive collection of visual arts literature in Australia.

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For Teachers & Students

Foster a love of learning through art with our range of dynamic and creative programs designed for all age groups.

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For Kids & Families

Encourage your child’s curiosity and creativity with our range of joyful, artist-led programs and activities.

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First Nations

4th National Indigenous Art Triennial: Ceremony
Primary Learning Resource

A soft sculpture depiction of Parliament House surrounded by soft sculptures of people and native Australian animals and protest signs

This Learning Resource is designed to provide opportunities to explore the diverse practices of contemporary First Nations artists.

Australian Art

ASSEMBLY Primary Learning Resource

ASSEMBLY is a three-channel video installation, exploring the ways that communication can be expressed through a variety of forms.

First Nations

Defying Empire: National Indigenous Art Triennial

Learning Resource looks at seven contemporary artists whose work celebrates the resilience of Australia’s Indigenous people.

Special Event

Betty Churcher AO Memorial Oration
Dr Melissa Chiu with Julia Baird

Past Event

Thu 21 Apr 2022, 7pm AEST

Auslan Interpretation Open Captioning
National Visual Art Education Conference

NVAEC 2022
(NVAEC)

The National Visual Art Education Conference is Australia’s only national education conference dedicated to visual art.

For Young People

ABC's Know It Alls: Visual Art
National Gallery edition

Past Event
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22 Jul – 9 Sep 2022

ABC's Know It Alls National Gallery edition now on iView

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