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Australian Capital Territory Attractions
Australian Capital Territory Attractions Directory : Galleries, Museums and Collections
ANCA Gallery (Australian National Capital Artists Inc.)
Discover a diverse range of contemporary visual arts, craft and performance from local artists at the ANCA Gallery. ANCA runs a full program of exhibitions and artist's events including floor talks. Program changes fortnightly. ANCA's aim is to foster artistic growth by giving artists low cost studio space in a supportive and stimulating environment. They support around 40 artists.ANCA Gallery (Australian National Capital Artists Inc.)
Canberra, Canberra
ANU School of Art Gallery
Enjoy an annual exhibition program which reflects the international profile of the Australian National University's School of Art. The School of Art Gallery presents a lively and diverse program of events throughout the year. The School of Art hosts a lively program of public lectures including visiting speakers twice weekly during Ssmester. Conferences and special programs co-hosted with local arts organisations, such as ArtsACT and CraftACT, take place periodically. The School also opens i...ANU School of Art Gallery
Canberra, Canberra
Arc Cinema at the National Film and Sound Archive
The National Film and Sound Archive is Australia's living archive, capturing a part of Australia's memory that can actually be experienced in 'living' vision and sound. Arc Cinema is a state-of-the-art cinema screening film and digital formats. The program includes the best of cinema from Australia and around the world. Check the Arc Cinema calendar online for session details. The cafe is open for drinks and snacks at least one hour prior to screenings.Arc Cinema at the National Film and Sound Archive
Canberra, Canberra
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Indulge yourself and escape from the city in this beautiful national collection of Australian plants at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Offering a breathtaking array of native plants in a spectacular bushland setting, it is the only place in the world you will see this diversity of Australian native plants in one location. Featuring year-round events, school holiday programs, exhibitions, guided walks and talks, cafe and botanical gift shop - there's something to suit everyone at th...Australian National Botanic Gardens
Canberra, Canberra
Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial is one of the world's great museums. It is also the premier archive and centre for research into the history of Australian involvement in war. The Memorial commemorates the service and sacrifice of all Australian men and women in wartime. Here you can discover the diverse Australian experiences of war. Here you can connect with the stories of people and events that shaped Australia. Here you can pay your respects and discover what it means to be Australian. Share th...Australian War Memorial
Canberra, Canberra
Beaver Galleries
Beaver Galleries is Canberra's largest privately owned commercial gallery. This well established and highly regarded gallery features outstanding pieces by contemporary Australian artists. Works include painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics and glass. All artwork is for sale. Do not miss their courtyard sculpture garden. The gallery shop has beautiful products from leading Australian craft artists and jewellers. The award-winning, fully licensed Palette Café, with indoor and courtyar...Beaver Galleries
Canberra, Canberra
Belconnen Arts Centre
A premier arts facility located on the shores of Lake Ginninderra in Belconnen ACT. The gallery regularly showcases the varied talents of local contemporary artists, with a new exhibition to see every three to four weeks. The Centre presents musical, dance and theatrical performances, artists' talks and creative workshops for all ages, twice yearly creative arts markets, and school holiday workshops. The Arts Centre's kiosk offers beverages and light refreshments.Belconnen Arts Centre
Canberra, Canberra
Bilk Gallery for contemporary metal and glass
After operating for nine years from Workshop Bilk in Queanbeyan, Bilk Gallery is now open in Palmerston Lane in the heart of Manuka. Bilk Gallery was conceived to bring together both the makers and the public to create dialogue and promote the best of young emerging artists and established internationally renowned artists. Bilk Gallery aim to give a new value and concept to contemporary glass and metal and satisfy the need for an expression of individuality.Bilk Gallery for contemporary metal and glass
Canberra, Canberra
Blundells Cottage
This small stone cottage was built about 1860 as a home for workers on the Duntroon Estate. A number of families lived in the Cottage over the hundred years it was occupied. The first occupant, William Ginn, was a ploughman for the Campbells. The second, George Blundell, was a bullock driver for the estate. The third, Harry Oldfield, worked from the Cottage as a shepherd. His wife Alice ran the Cottage as a boarding house after his death. The Cottage is now a remnant of the National Capital's...Blundells Cottage
Canberra, Canberra
Calthorpes` House
Visit Calthorpes’ House and step back to life in early Canberra. Not far from the city centre, this Spanish Mission Style house was built in 1927 and is a window into an almost forgotten world. This genuine survivor is a treasure house of domestic history. Original furnishings, household appliances and photos all tell a vivid story of family life in Canberra's early days. Don’t miss the Second World War bomb shelter in the backyard. Education and community programs are available. Bookings a...Calthorpes` House
Canberra, Canberra
Canberra Contemporary Art Space
Visit this vibrant centre for the experience of contemporary art. Canberra Contemporary Art Space is dedicated to the generation, presentation and promotion of innovative contemporary visual arts practice in Australia. Its program of exhibitions, performances, artists’ talks and publications aims provide opportunities for artists in the ACT to exhibit their work within a context of current national and international practice.Canberra Contemporary Art Space
Canberra, Canberra
Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
As part of NASA's Deep Space Network, they provide the vital two-way radio link with dozens of robotic spacecraft exploring the Solar System and beyond. Just a 45 minute drive from the heart of Canberra, located in the beautiful Tidbinbilla valley. The Complex is dominated by the giant antenna dishes which send commands to and receive data from spacecraft exploring planets hundreds of millions and billions of kilometres from Earth. Come and discover the latest news and images from across the u...Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
Canberra, Canberra
Canberra Glassworks
See professional glass artists at work. Make your own glass paperweight, bird or bauble in the Hotshop. Take introductory glass courses from the experts and see their striking exhibitions. Canberra Glassworks is housed in the historic Kingston Powerhouse. Take a free tour on weekends (11am) and discover Canberra's heritage. This contemporary glass centre is the only one of its kind in Australia. Buy exquisite handmade pieces in the gift shop and try a burger from the iconic Brodburger. Book ...Canberra Glassworks
Canberra, Canberra
Canberra Railway Museum
Visit a working museum and the home to Australia's oldest operating steam locomotive, built in 1878. See Australia's largest and most powerful steam engine. Canberra Railway Museum contains a variety of exhibits. Their railway yard houses locomotives, rail motors, passenger cars, freight cars and track-maintenance vehicles. Join a guided tour to see a selection of their rolling stock. Take part in a workshop inspection. On the last Sunday of the month, rail motor rides operate from the Museu...Canberra Railway Museum
Canberra, Canberra
Chapman Gallery
Visit Chapman Gallery; one of the first Australian galleries to ethically represent Aboriginal artists by selling art sourced from community based art centres. Chapman Gallery began specialising in Australian Indigenous art in 1983. The gallery has a commitment to promoting indigenous communities through the vibrant and ethical community-centred model of art production and distribution. In its long history Chapman Gallery has sold artworks to major regional, state and national institutions i...Chapman Gallery
Canberra, Canberra
Chisholm Street Gallery
This small gallery is within walking distance from the city in the leafy suburb of Ainslie. Enjoy the collection of antiques and recent examples of hand embroidered fabrics, ceramics and jewellery, framed golden textile treasures and stitching, wall-hangings, saris, and carvings from Central, South, and South East Asia in the gallery's relaxed atmosphere.Chisholm Street Gallery
Canberra, Canberra
Craft ACT: Craft and Design Centre
Craft ACT: Craft and Design Centre is a professionally run gallery presenting exhibitions of craft and design including textiles and fibre, metal and jewellery, glass, ceramics, furniture and objects. Visit the Centre to experience cutting edge contemporary craft and design in the heart of the city. Discover an exciting exhibition program in our Gallery and a range of unique handcrafted products in our Shop.Craft ACT: Craft and Design Centre
Canberra, Canberra
CSIRO Discovery Centre
The CSIRO Discovery Centre offers an interactive journey through CSIRO and Australian science history. It is housed in an award-winning designed building with a sweeping glasshouse atrium and tropical indoor garden Science is presented in an entertaining way to demystify it, and educate people of all ages about the fascinating world of research and innovation. The Centre includes a bookshop and a café. The Discovery Centre is exciting, interactive and educational for people of all ages. Visit ...CSIRO Discovery Centre
Canberra, Canberra
Drill Hall Gallery
View exhibitions by leading Australian and international artists at the Drill Hall Gallery. The gallery’s selective program of exhibitions highlights achievements in contemporary visual arts. The Gallery supports the arts in the Canberra region by presenting exhibitions developed in conjunction with the University's wide-ranging academic interests. Exhibitions often coincide with major conferences and public events.Drill Hall Gallery
Canberra, Canberra
Ecology and Art House- EartH
Ecology and Art House- EartH is a studio and gallery dedicated to sustainability. See works by Malcolm Cooke, Marily Cintra and numerous invited artists. Visit the studio and pottery. EartH holds regular exhibitions and workshops. Ecology and Art House is open to the public on weekends and at other times by appointment.Ecology and Art House- EartH
Canberra, Canberra
Free Serbian Orthodox Church St George
Be amazed by incredible murals in this beautiful unique building. Murals that depict biblical scenes and church history cover the walls and line the ceiling of this replica ancient Serbian village church. The church is the work of the late Karl George Matzek. He started the project aged 77. It was completed just before his death, at the age of 93. Gold coin donations welcome.Free Serbian Orthodox Church St George
Canberra, Canberra
Gallery of Australian Design
The Gallery of Australian Design aims to promote Australian Design in all its forms. See exhibitions and events of national significance and international design exhibitions. The gallery is a unique partnership between the University of Canberra, the Australian Institute of Architects, the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects and the National Museum of Australia. They welcome the general public and exhibition proposals from curators and designers from all fields.Gallery of Australian Design
Canberra, Canberra
Geoscience Australia
Geoscience Australia is Australia's national geoscience research and geospatial information agency. The large foyer area at Geoscience Australia has on display a superb collection of world-class minerals, rocks, fossils, maps and historical equipment. Learn about the activities of Geoscience Australia, and the clever low energy geo-thermal heating/cooling system of their award-winning building. Experience a walk through time by taking our 1km Geological Timewalk. The Geoscience Australi...Geoscience Australia
Canberra, Canberra
Gorman House Arts Centre
Built as a hostel in 1924, Gorman House Arts Centre is located in a graceful heritage precinct just five minutes from the City Centre. Gorman House Arts Centre is home to visual artists; theatre and dance companies; and arts organisations. It houses the award winning Sage Cafe and a lively arts and crafts market.Gorman House Arts Centre
Canberra, Canberra
Lanyon Homestead
The Lanyon historic precinct is set in a landscape of great natural beauty. Stroll in the rambling gardens, visit the restored 1850's homestead and the courtyard buildings. Changing exhibitions focus on aspects of Australian country life. A wide range of interactive educational and community programs are also available. Cafe and gift shop on site.Lanyon Homestead
Canberra, Canberra
M16 Artspace
Visit M16 in Griffith. Discover twenty-eight studios, three galleries and four workshop spaces. There's plenty of variety. Exhibitions change regularly. M16 also run artist talks. Check their website for other offerings. M16 is an artist-run initiative. They provide visual arts infrastructure and development opportunities to artists, arts organisations and the community.M16 Artspace
Canberra, Canberra
Megalo Print Studio + Gallery
The Megalo Gallery features changing exhibitions of contemporary art works made by local and visiting artists who use the print facilities in the workshops. See etching, lithography, relief and screen printing on fabric and paper. Megalo provides access to specialised printing equipment for Artists in the community. Exhibitions focus on screen printed artworks, fabric lengths and limited edition works on paper.Megalo Print Studio + Gallery
Canberra, Canberra
Mugga-Mugga
Visit one of Canberra's earliest historic sites. Discover what life was like in an 1830's rural workers' cottage. Learn more at the environmental education centre. Take a guided tour. See how the exhibitions and see how the cottage has been ingeniously adopted and extended over time. Specialist environment education programs are availableMugga-Mugga
Canberra, Canberra
Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House
The Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House is the first and only museum dedicated to telling the story of Australian democracy. Be inspired by amazing real life stories of ordinary people who actively fought to shape today's society. Discover where Australia has come from. Get involved in where the country is headed. Old Parliament House’s heritage and history remains. See the difference for yourself.Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House
Canberra, Canberra
National Archives of Australia
Explore Australia's history on display in the beautiful historical building that was the original Canberra post office. See documents, photographs, objects and multimedia in 'Memory of a Nation', a permanent exhibition tracking Australia's journey as a country, and other features such as the 'Faces of Australia' photo wall. Catch the latest temporary exhibition in Gallery Two and visit the Reading Room to start researching your own family history. The National Archives of Australia. Your stor...National Archives of Australia
Canberra, Canberra
National Capital Exhibition
The National Capital Exhibition is a great place to start your tour of Canberra. Explore the people, events, history and design that contributed to the development of our unique capital city. The Exhibition illustrates Canberra's vital role as a symbol of Federation through interactive displays and multi-media models. Take a virtual tour of the National Capital Exhibition at their website.National Capital Exhibition
Canberra, Canberra
National Dinosaur Museum
Rediscover the Earth's Prehistoric past at Australia's largest permanent Dinosaur and prehistoric collection. The National Dinosaur Museum, now home to 12 new animatronic dinosaurs and an amazing new lifelike Dinosaur Garden provides enthusiasts of all ages with a hands on opportunity to 'live' the age of the dinosaurs. Be one of the lucky few to have touched both a genuine fossilised dinosaur bone and a remnant from another world, a 100kg meteorite.National Dinosaur Museum
Canberra, Canberra
National Film and Sound Archive
The National Film and Sound Archive is Australia's living archive, capturing a part of Australia's memory that can actually be experienced in 'living' vision and sound. Their aim is to enrich Australia's cultural identity by developing, preserving, promoting and interpreting a national collection of recorded historic and contemporary sound, moving image, documentation and new media, and making Australia's audiovisual heritage available to everyone. The Arc Cinema regularly shows movies from Aus...National Film and Sound Archive
Canberra, Canberra
National Gallery of Australia
Visit more than 100,000 works of art and world-class art exhibitions at the National Gallery of Australia. See the famous Blue poles. Discover Australian art, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, Asian art and international art. Wander through the Art of the Indian Subcontinent Gallery for the largest collection of art, sculptures and textiles in the region outside of India. Be sure to visit the dedicated Pacific Arts Gallery. All gallery works belong to the people of Australia and are...National Gallery of Australia
Canberra, Canberra
National Library of Australia
See the beautiful, the rare and the unexpected at the National Library of Australia on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. Enjoy unparalleled access to Australia's documentary heritage. Australian print materials include books, serials, maps, newspapers, music and ephemera. Search for online publications and unpublished material such as manuscripts, pictures and oral history. You can also find considerable general overseas and rare book materials, and world-class Asian and Pacific collections...National Library of Australia
Canberra, Canberra
National Museum of Australia
The National Museum of Australia holds some of the nation's most popular and important items including Phar Lap's heart and the Holden Prototype No.1, as well as many significant artefacts from Australia's Indigenous history. Enjoy hands-on experiences for the young and the young-at-heart throughout the Museum. Learn even more about Australia's stories, history and collections by taking a guided tour of the Museum's exhibitions and galleries (fees apply).National Museum of Australia
Canberra, Canberra
National Portrait Gallery
See the portraits of over 400 people who've shaped the nation at the National Portrait Gallery. Be amazed at the works of art reflecting Australia's history, diversity and culture. Portraits include artists, musicians, entertainers, politicians, sports people and royalty. Favourites include Ned Kelly's death mask and Howard Arkley's portrait of Nick Cave. Enjoy the natural light, wood and stone in the National Portrait Gallery's design. Make great use of their cafe, shop, function room, thea...National Portrait Gallery
Canberra, Canberra
Nomad Art Gallery
Nomad Art Gallery specialises in limited edition prints and collections of art from Australian Indigenous Art Centres in Northern and Central Australia. The gallery is dedicated to fostering cross-cultural collaborations. Works include etchings, screen prints, lithographs, linocuts and woodblock prints. You will also find quality handprinted textiles, fibre art, woven rugs and cushions, jewellery, ceramics, glass and bronze sculpture.Nomad Art Gallery
Canberra, Canberra
Paintbox Fine Art
Paintbox represents artists from across Australia and is close to Canberra's city centre, within walking distance of major city hotels and the Convention Centre. Many artists are award winners and have been finalists in major national art competitions such as the Archibald, Moran, Portia Geach and National Portrait prizes, the Alice Bale, Dobell and Fleurieu Biennale.Paintbox Fine Art
Canberra, Canberra
Parliament House
Parliament House is a symbol of Australian democracy. Home to the Parliament of Australia and meeting place of the nation, Parliament House is the focal point of Canberra, our capital city. One of Australia's most iconic buildings, Parliament House integrates Australia's unique identity into its impressive architecture, stunning art and furniture collection, and beautiful landscape. Visit a working Parliament building - hear what the Government is doing, see new laws being made, listen to deba...Parliament House
Canberra, Canberra
Questacon Technology Learning Centre
The new Questacon Technology Learning Centre (QTLC) stimulates an interest and awareness of the way things are made, shows how components fit together and demonstrates how innovation can solve everyday problems. Explore the Gallery of Australian Inventiveness. Meet local artists, engineers, designers and scientists when they discuss their work in the Torque - Revolving Ideas seminar series. QTLC is also the base for Questacon's National Programs and provides a range of interactive workshops fo...Questacon Technology Learning Centre
Canberra, Canberra
Royal Australian Mint
The Royal Australian Mint is one of Canberra's real gems. See where every coin in the pockets of millions of Aussies is originally made. Check out the coin production factory and the Mint's family of robots as they help out with the heavy lifting. Discover the National Coin Collection, two 'holey-dollars' are just a couple of the rare, valuable and historically significant coins on display. Mint your own collectable one dollar coin, and browse the Mint Coin Shop for great gifts, collectables...Royal Australian Mint
Canberra, Canberra
Solander Gallery
View the best of new art from every state at Solander Gallery. See a different solo exhibition each month plus their large stockroom of work from significant Australian artists. Solander has been showing art in the capital for over 35 years. The gallery has played a pivotal role in introducing important Australian painters and sculptors to the national capital.Solander Gallery
Canberra, Canberra
St John`s Schoolhouse Museum
Visit St John's Schoolhouse, Canberra's first school and school master's residence. It opened in 1845, to provide an elementary education for children from the Duntroon estate and surrounding farms. See many family names in the Church graveyard. In 1969 the Schoolhouse re- opened as a museum of early district education. It displays many nineteenth and early twentieth-century photographs relating to Canberra's schools, churches, rural history and the beginnings of our city. Contained within th...St John`s Schoolhouse Museum
Canberra, Canberra
Strathnairn Homestead
Strathnairn Homestead Gallery is set in a converted 1920s homestead on the north-western outskirts of Canberra. Visit the gallery. Browse for gifts in the shop. Enjoy a light lunch, tea,coffee, cake, or wood fired pizza every Sunday. Take a stroll through the established grounds and view the sculptures or sit by the open fires during the cold months. Located 500 metres past the Magpies Belconnen Golf Club turn off, this facility has been used by artists for decades but still remains one of Can...Strathnairn Homestead
Canberra, Canberra
The Hive Gallery
Located a short walk from the city centre, The Hive is an exciting gallery which has developed a niche market following for its selection of craft, art and design. The front section of The Hive is a shop of gorgeous gitware for all age groups, stylish homewares and lighting, designer jewellery and fashion accessories. An intimate gallery is at the rear, where new and emerging artists hold regular exhibitions.The Hive Gallery
Canberra, Canberra
The Ukrainian Orthodox Centre
The Ukrainian Orthodox Centre features beautiful mosaics, a small museum featuring Ukrainian arts and crafts, including embroidery, wood carving, ceramics, iconography and objects of religious significance in the Orthodox Christian tradition. The Church of St Nicholas Parish of the Ukrainian Autocephalic Orthodox Church in Diaspora and the Great Famine Monument.The Ukrainian Orthodox Centre
Canberra, Canberra
Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Visit the Tuggeranong Arts Centre for an exhibition or a show. Afterwards enjoy a lovely coffee or meal at AFT Cafe Brasserie, overlooking Lake Tuggeranong. The centre features an intimate 110 seat theatre, art gallery, dance studio, workshop space and artist studios. Check their web site for the latest offerings.Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Canberra, Canberra