About Canberra Museum and Gallery
Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG) is a museum and art gallery located in Civic, central Canberra, Australian Capital Territory. Established in 1998, it showcases the social history and visual arts of the Canberra region. It holds collections reflecting the city's development, local artists, and community stories, and presents changing exhibitions, public programs and events in the heart of the city centre.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a compact, centrally located museum and gallery spread over several floors on London Circuit. The venue presents permanent displays on Canberra's social history alongside rotating exhibitions of contemporary art, craft and design by local and regional artists. Spaces include gallery rooms, a dedicated Nolan Gallery area, and public program areas. The setting is urban, within Civic's cultural precinct, with easy access to shops and civic square.
Key highlights
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Social history collection documenting Canberra's development and community life
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Rotating exhibitions of contemporary art, craft and design from the Canberra region
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The Nolan Collection Gallery featuring works by Sidney Nolan
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Central Civic location on London Circuit near Canberra Theatre Centre
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Free public programs, artist talks and guided tours