National Gallery of Australia
National Gallery of Australia
We are delighted to welcome the National Gallery of Australia as a participant of the WanBel global project.
The National Gallery of Australia holds the largest collection of Papua New Guinea urban art outside the country. Each of the works selected for Bilong Papua New Guinea presents a story, reflecting on cultural heritage, historical moments, the influence of ancestors, Christianity, kastom, societal changes and new technologies.
In this exhibition, traditional styles and contemporary artistic practices merge in the works of artists such as Mathias Kauage, Gazellah Bruder, John Siune, and Yuriyal Bridgeman. Through their examination of the political and social contexts of post-independence Papua New Guinea, these artists have helped to mould a cohesive national identity, while shaping Papua New Guinea’s contemporary creative practices.
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Papua New Guinea's Independence with us at a lively community day at the National Gallery of Australia, the National Archives of Australia and the National Library of Australia. Don't miss this chance to connect with Papua New Guinea's history and celebrate this significant milestone!
13 Sep 2025 – 12 Apr 2026