Exhibitions

Exhibition
Canberra/Kamberri, Place & People

Discover the story of Canberra – the people, places and history that make up this city and region.

The Nolan Collection
Exhibition
The Nolan Collection

The Nolan Collection is an iconic group of paintings from 1945 to 1953 by Sidney Nolan that the artist gifted to the nation in 1974

Hiroe and Cornel Swen: Making a Creative Life
Exhibition
1 November—16 March 2025
Hiroe and Cornel Swen: Making a Creative Life

This exhibition celebrates two of Canberra's most influential artists, Hiroe Swen and the late Cornel Swen who, together, led a uniquely creative life in this region.

How Soon Is Now?
Exhibition
2 November—16 March 2025
How Soon Is Now?

How Soon is Now? brings together a selection of Bruce Reynolds’ exquisite cast relief works with two-dimensional collaged linoleum works.

Outer Space: Stromlo to the Stars
Exhibition
16 November—16 November 2025
Outer Space: Stromlo to the Stars

Outer Space: Stromlo to the Stars celebrates the 100-year anniversary of Mount Stromlo Observatory, bringing to life the groundbreaking discoveries…

Djara
Exhibition
30 November—8 June 2025
Djara

Djara presents the connections of First Nations people with the stars, sky and Country.

Resonance: Art as the Voice of Nature (NatureArt Lab)
Exhibition
8 February—27 July
Resonance: Art as the Voice of Nature (NatureArt Lab)

Resonance with nature has a lasting and meaningful effect on individuals and communities

Sylvia Curley: Woman on a Mission
Exhibition
8 February—18 May
Sylvia Curley: Woman on a Mission

Discover the story of a trailblazing woman who influenced generations of Canberra nurses and left a lasting legacy for the community.

Young Nolan Project
Exhibition
Young Nolan Project

The Young Nolan Project is a new initiative where an individual school is invited to work on an extended program and present their resulting art to the public

Exhibition
Beyond Measure: Expanding the Sky
30 March—21 April
Opening soon

Broaden your understanding and perceptions of what we considered as ‘outer space’

Past exhibitions