1861founded
About this place
Make time for a gallery wander at NGV International. The institution’s history reaches back to 1861.
The record
Comparison: Public art museums in Australia; the NGV institution spans multiple venues.
The institution’s founding date does not date the current St Kilda Road building.
Visiting
Check current exhibitions, entry conditions and venue details. Some exhibitions require tickets.
Check the operator’s current access information before visiting. Occasion tags are editorial suggestions. They do not certify accessibility or opening hours.
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Sources
Sources checked 23 September 2026. A publisher’s claim is attributed; it is not a complete independent survey.
- NGV
NGV describes itself as Australia’s oldest gallery.
- NGV collection
Describes NGV as Australia’s oldest public art museum.