Exhibitions

See the world through a new lens and experience the breathtaking beauty of nature in Wildlife Photographer of the Year

A glimpse of daily life through the eyes of young Sydneysiders aged 5 to 12

This free exhibition brings to life the artistry behind some of the most striking films in contemporary Korean cinema

Chinese history wasn't always straight.

Step into Sydney sailing history from a bygone era with the Century-old Fleet.

Epic environments of light and sound

Katerina Teaiwa reframes the Pacific island's dance

Voyage back in time to the early stories of Australians in Antarctica through the journeys of SY Aurora.

Explore historic photographs of the 1965 protest bus ride exposing racism and discrimination against Aboriginal people

Discover rare and beautiful works by contemporary artists, from the Library’s little-known collection of artists’ books.

A free exhibition on show at the State Library of NSW.

Follow the development of the NSW colony through a selection of historical maps, plans, artworks & objects

Discover the fascinating world behind one of Sydney’s most important urban planning tools.

An exhibition featuring posters, magazines and other printed material created by Second World War prisoners of war

Upcoming Exhibition 3­­FOLD at Art2Muse Gallery.

Big Power Talks is a series of student talks about important works from the J.W. Power and Power Collection.

See giant Gundam displays, enjoy free Gunpla workshops, explore exhibits and discover exclusive model kits

Come on a journey with Booby and Eel through The Neighbour at the Gate, an exhibition at NAS Gallery

Christophe Domergue presents Vestige, a powerful site-responsive exhibition drawn from the former Taubmans Factory

Material Intelligence explored across a wide range of craft and design disciplines at this lively community hub.

The MCA's 2025 Circular Quay Foyer Wall Commission

A collection of new process-driven paintings.

Eora, is a 20-minute digital film that tells the story of Sydney’s First Nations people – before and after colonisation.

'A Conversation with the Sun (Afterimage)'

Attention artists and art lovers: the annual Glebe Art Show is back in October 2025!

What happened when Japanese art met western steamships?

Kindling is an art exhibition that explores the duality of fire: the destructive and the regenerative.

Uncover epic tales and masterworks in this year-long art lecture series. Enjoy a single lecture, or the whole year!

Survey exhbition by a leading Australian abstract artist

The small but meaningful things that make us happy

A collection of works, including preparatory drawings and new textural paintings

Dance with the Brolgas of Anna-Wili Highfield

Australian artists and designers explore the role of metal in contemporary practice and its relationship with time.

Australian artists and designers exploring metal in contemporary practice and its relationship with time.

A changing display that illuminates histories, trajectories and highlights of the MCA’s collection artworks.

Miriam Charlie traces the journey home through intimate Polaroids capturing the way to Borroloola.⁠

Exhibition celebrating the dynamism of early-career artists in New South Wales

An annual exhibition profiling emerging Australian artists aged 35 years and under.

An exhibition spotlighting the artistry of production design in contemporary Korean cinema.

A new interactive exhibition for the whole family at the Art Gallery of NSW

Artwork by Sarah Gibson, Rosemary King, Janet Kossy, Fran Munro, Penny Ryan and Sue Young

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace Commission

An exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour.

The evolution of Australian military service, focusing on the personal stories of NSW service.

Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.

Discover 90 treasures that have been donated to the Anzac Memorial from its opening in 1934

Poetic objects born from deep collaboration—stories of Country, myth and identity.

An exhibition of contemporary Ukrainian-themed acrylics by Maru Jarockyj

Dive deep, explore the five ocean zones

Learn to paint botanical art using watercolour

A solo presentation of significant ceramic installations by Yasmin Smith.

Learn art theory and history

Renowned British artist Thomas J Price is the recipient of the inaugural Neil Balnaves Tallawoladah Lawn Commission

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® brick worlds in an extraordinary exhibition by LEGO® Masters winners.

A multi-disciplinary exhibition spanning printmaking, sculpture, video and graphic design.

A colourful exhibit bringing stories of lived experience to ilfe in celebration of mental health month 2025

Learn drawing and cartooning with us

Chromatic Shadow Tianli Zu Solo Exhibition

A group show on various contenporary and emerging artists exploring the content of the natural landscape.

Light, colour, and composition come together in harmony in this exhibition by artist David Keogh

Create a fun mystery drawing of your mate or date in this oil pastel workshop!

Art meets craft: 12 makers, workshops and play across stitch, print, weave and more.

Ten photographers from diverse backgrounds will present works

Discover slow looking, resonance, and contemplation in drawing.

A tour developed specifically for visitors who are blind or have low vision and their guests

Artists reinvent the humble button—exhibition, talks and a make-your-own workshop.

Sculptural and black-fired ceramics alongside hand-dyed textile artworks in this vibrant exhibition.

Still life installation of clay and cloth considering race, class, migration and identity.

Exhibiting 36 finalists with innovative works in ceramic, textiles, furniture, lighting, glass, jewellery and object.

Brooches big on ideas—wearable, conceptual, collectible. Talks, opening and a pin swap.

Swiss Artist Oliver Wagner's exhibition, Rehearsal

An immersive exhibition of Jewish poetry

Discarded jewels repurposed. Visit the exhibition and upcycle your own piece in a hands-on workshop.

Virlkuthalypila and Other Stories from Our Country

Join us at Create and Make Workshop in Surry Hills these school holidays for a fun art and craft workshop

Join us for an exhibition and symposium showcasing cutting edge research from the UTS Shima Seiki Knit Lab.

Chunky clay and bold drawings—swollen forms that pop with colour, pattern and texture.

Unravelling the impacts of colonisation, race & ethnicity between & within First Nations and Asian Australian peoples.

In positioning flowers as both subject & metaphor, Druitt Preston reclaims the decorative for critical reflection.

Hear lace “sing.” Knit tech meets music scores in a poetic textile and sound installation.

Learn how to stylishly edit photographic images with us

Join artists Shireen Taweel and Zoë Veness with curator Catherine Woolley

Learn how to paint with a palette knife with us

An exhibition of ceramics, exploring the intimate relationship between objects and books and how they coexist

A unique exhibition of experimental ceramic art hosted by Kil.n.it Studios as part of Sydney Craft Week 2025

Touch and the handmade. An exhibition of unique, tactile works countering mass production.

Master the essentials of portrait art

Wake with Warrane/Sydney Harbour.

Improvised performance inspired by our major winter exhibition.

Improvised performance inspired by our major winter exhibition.

Unwind, get creative and rediscover the joy of art

Unwind after work and connect with like-minded people through the joy of drawing

Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our visual arts short courses.

Learn to paint beautiful portraitures using oil paints with us!

Come discover the magic of sculpture with a term workshop class at TBSSS

An evening to celebrate Sydney’s most culturally impactful games and creators

Big Power Talks is a series of student talks about important works from the J.W. Power and Power Collection.

Joyful bird art returns—uplifting works with sales supporting BirdLife Australia.

artwork by Ursula Burgoyne, Jan Spencer & Graham Byrne

Bird art to uplift, captivate & excite!

$30,000 Annual National Acquisitive Prize for paintings inspired by the Australian Landscape, now in its 22nd year

We explore stories of wartime marriages in this museum exhibit

Join us for an exclusive fashion show upstairs at the Woollahra Hotel

Learn to draw florals and foliage with us

Join curator Catherine Woolley for an intimate walkthrough of ‘Matters of Time: Contemporary Metal Practices’.

Learn how to draw and paint on your iPad using the Procreate app with us!

This pop up exhibition is inspired by the Meroogal Drawing Room and materials used by four generations of women

Discover one-of-a-kind ceramic works by over 130 artists & makers, celebrating the potential of clay

Art For Others features a curated selection of art, pottery, textiles. Complimentary drinks and canapés will be served.

Discover the fun of resin in this ocean-themed resin art workshop with our resin art short courses in Sydney!

Dive into watercolours with this compact 5 week course

An exhibition of paintings – a meditation on transience and the human condition

An exhibition of emotive portraiture and expressive landscape paintings.

A solo exhibition of abstract paintings by Gaia Starace

Art inspired by the creatures with which we share the world.

Learn to work with oil paints with us

Rare books, maps, ephemera & artworks.

Learn to put pencil to paper with our drawing courses in a relaxed and casual atmosphere

Learn how to paint with an impressionistic style

The official opening of the much-anticipated exhibition, Artisans in the Gardens.

Artwork by Jane Alexander, Ros Lajoie and Alexandra Mills

Over 100 miniature artworks on show

A series of evocative short films.

Japan's leading exhibition showcasing tourism, products, food, culture, and so much more!

Renowned TV presenter & artist, Richard Morecroft in conversation with selected 2025 winners

3,000+ handcrafted works across the gardens. Shop, wander and support local makers.

An exciting and diverse range of artworks inspired by nature in all its forms

Exhibition of global projects by leading architecture and design practice, Foster + Partners

Australia's largest kimono competition for kimono fans to participate and enjoy

Features 25+ Latin and Hispanic artists

For artists, art lovers, or history enthusiasts

An event celebrating the publication of the first monograph of Australia’s most accomplished interwar avant-garde artist

Australia's No 1 EV Show returns to ICC Sydney

A group show of 21 printmakers

Learn how to capture the energy of street scenes and our urban environment with us

Celebrating the excellence of artists, designers, and writers from the UNSW creative community.

Learn to draw street scenes that capture the energy of our urban environment with us

Get your creative juices flowing at the Shakey with this creative life drawing experience

Unleash your inner artist with our painting short courses in Sydney!

Learn to master the art of interior design and styling with our comprehensive interior design short courses in Sydney!

A group exhibition of drawing, painting and sculpture

Start or grow your dream business

Photographic exhibition by Edmond Thommen

New work by two artist friends with diverse practices

Join artist Iris Toren for an exhibition of paintings inspired by nature, in watercolours, acrylics and oils.

Sydney’s favourite baby expo is back

Make ‘First Contact’ with the original voice of Astro Boy, Mari Shimizu, at Astro Con II!

An unmissable exhibition of breathtaking, working models that blend art, play, and innovation.

A dreamlike art exhibition exploring the subconscious, stillness, and human emotions through oil and acrylic works.

Work by Kate Parker, Philippa Granwal, Pam Smith and Irene Whitton

Data Dreams: Contemporary Art in the Age of AI examines the intersections between art and artificial intelligence.

Get to grips with photography with us

Design your own tiny house in our Sydney property investment courses!

A group exhibition celebrating 40 years of AKAVA

Discover tea culture at the 6th Sydney Tea Expo 2025—tea makers, tastings, ceremonies & cultural exchange.

Learn to write in modern pointed pen script

Sydney’s Favourite Wedding Expo!

Australia's Favourite and Biggest Wedding Expos