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National Gallery of Australia
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The most comprehensive collection of Australian art in the country is on exhibit in the nation's premier art gallery, including superlative works of Aboriginal art and paintings by such famous native sons as Arthur Streeton, Sidney Nolan, and Arthur Boyd. The gallery also contains a sprinkling of works by European and American masters, including Rodin, Picasso, Pollock, and Warhol, as well as art and artifacts from closer to home, Southeast Asia. Free guided tours on a variety of topics with excellent guides begin in the foyer each day—check the Web site for details.A new wing, dedicated to indigenous art and containing 13 galleries, opened in October 2010. The gallery extends outside into the Sculpture Garden, and the innovative Fog Sculpture takes place (outdoors) from 12:30 to 2 pm daily.
- Address: Parkes Pl., Parkes, Canberra, ACT, 2600 | Map It
- Phone: 02/6240-6502
- Cost: Free
- Hours: Daily 10--5
- Website: www.nga.gov.au
- Location: Central Canberra
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