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National Portrait Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery is a national art gallery located on King Edward Terrace in Parkes, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin within the Parliamentary Triangle. It houses Australia's national collection of portraits of individuals who have contributed to Australian life and culture. Opened in its purpose-built premises in 2008, the gallery is notable for its contemporary architecture, extensive portrait collection spanning painting, photography and sculpture, and its role in exploring Australian identity.