For people who are deaf or hard of hearing

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Programs

Other programs

Assistive Listening Systems:
Audio loop

There are Audio Induction Loop Systems installed at the main entrance, Gandel Hall, James Fairfax Theatre and Tim Fairfax Learning Studio.

Designed with you:
Auslan Interpretation

Is there an upcoming Gallery event that you would like to attend? The Gallery can provide an Auslan sign-interpreter for lectures, workshops and talks for individuals and groups.

Program details

All ages and abilities
Free (bookings essential)
Please provide 4 weeks' notice
Contact access@nga.gov.au
or call +61 2 6240 6632

Designed with you:
Auslan for Everyone

Expand your expressive tools by learning simple Auslan signs for the visual arts in a 45-minute interactive tour at the Gallery.

Program details

All ages
$10 per person (bookings essential)
Groups can include up to 12 participants 
Please provide 4 weeks' notice
Contact groupbookings@nga.gov.au
or call +61 2 6240 6519

Related

Art Weekends

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Kick back with the National Gallery and enjoy your weekend in style with art, film, storytelling and special accessible events.

For People with Access Needs

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We provide a range of free programs that are designed for and with people with disability and access needs.

For Your Community

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Connecting communities near and far with art, artists and the national collection.

For People with Dementia

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The Art and Dementia program connects people living with dementia and their care partners with art and the world in enriching and life-enhancing ways.

Access

Art by Description: At the Gallery

First Sunday of every month
11am – 12pm

Wheelchair Accessible Audio Tour Audio Description
Access

Art and Dementia: Online

Past Event
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Fourth Friday of every month,
11am – 12.15pm AEDT