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The must-see museum and gallery exhibitions of 2026

January 27, 2026 by Isabelle James
Tony Albert Portrait

We’ve picked out some of the best upcoming exhibitions that will define Sydney’s cultural calendar in 2026.

Categories Things to do, Museums & Galleries Tags art gallery of new south wales, Biennale of Sydney, MCA, Museum of Sydney, museums, Powerhouse Parramatta

Ron Mueck’s Encounter is Sydney’s new must-see exhibition

December 11, 2025December 5, 2025 by Isabelle James
Front of Couple Under an Umbrella

We got a first look at Encounter by Ron Mueck, which features the Australian debut of many of his striking, hyperreal sculptures, plus a never-before-seen commission, made especially for Sydney.

Categories News Tags art gallery, art gallery of new south wales, art gallery of nsw, ron mueck

A guide to the Art Gallery of NSW: current exhibitions, tickets, opening times and more

January 27, 2026November 21, 2025 by Isabelle James
Large purple sculpture with visitors nearby

The Art Gallery of NSW welcomes more than two million visitors each year, making it one of Australia’s most significant cultural institutions. Here’s how to make the most out of your visit.

Categories Museums & Galleries, Entertainment Tags Art, art gallery, art gallery of new south wales, art gallery of nsw
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