Exhibitions

From ancient myths to modern science, Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires reveals the truth behind these notorious feeders.

Explore behind-the-scenes film-making magic of the world of Harry Potter like never before.

MCA Australia's annual exhibition of exciting new work by Australian artists aged 35 and under.

An exhibition exploring the darker side of myth in the modern world

Immerse yourself into the fascinating world of illusions and let our captivating rooms play tricks on your mind!

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

Free outdoor exhibition of posters by Peter Drew

A site-specific exhibition that transforms the street-facing vitrine into an oversized toy box for everyone.

Horizon Line is the Museum’s sanctuary for slow looking.

piling it on for Tiliqua Tiliqua's annual celebration of all thinks inky!

4A's 30th Anniversary Exhibition

See science in a new light

Art and storytelling from South and Southeast Asia celebrating the many avatars of Vishnu

It's our story to be told.

A four-day intensive workshop to build watercolour skills for botanical painting on paper

Painting and sculpture by Pollyxenia Joannou and Nuha Saad

Contemporary art from the collections of MCA Australia and Tate Modern

A creative intersection of two distinct artistic voices

An exhibition of new and archival works by Claire Engkaninan Low

2-for-1 entry to Bloodsuckers, plus workshops, family films, after-hours fun and hands-on science at AM.

Art2Muse Gallery presents 'Forest Song' by Coco Elder

GABO comprises ten works, eight of which are titled GABO i-viii. Two further works, Pulse and Hull

Everyday life transformed into objects of wonder.

An extraordinary collection of rare manuscripts, books, maps and navigational instruments

Margaret Olley: Australian Intimiste celebrates the legacy and significant achievements of Margaret Olley AC

A rare glimpse behind the lens of one of Australia’s most important photographers.

A symposium on transnational exchanges in architecture and art

Join us for a special NAIDOC Art Exhibition showcasing NAIDOC posters through the years.

a new exhibition exploring how the Navy has grown alongside Australia, from colonial defence to a modern maritime force.

Part of the Transience series by Wong Ching Yee (Jenny) 黃靜儀. The assemblage has had many lives and continues to evolve.

A luminous look at one of Australia's greatest photographers and her international peers who shaped modernist vision

Torres Strait pearling history, centering the overlooked stories of Indigenous and South Sea Islander seafarers

A solo exhibition of abstract artworks

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

A solo exhibition by Japanese contemporary artist Kosuke Nagata

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

Be transported into an overgrown dreamscape where art objects become the garden’s flowers.

An exhibition that traces humanity's evolving understanding of the cosmos, from ancient stargazers to modern astronomers

More than 300 original artworks of landscape and portrait paintings on permanent display at the State Library of NSW.

Welcome to the Theatre of Life

Discover the work of the Anzac Memorial's 2024 Veteran Artist in Residence

Lucy Chetcuti Thought forms from the queer utopia imaginarium

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

Travel back in time to early medieval Scotland and discover unique and mysterious Viking-age treasures.

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

Step into the powerful story of Tự do (Freedom), the boat that carried Vietnamese refugees to Australia in 1977.

A solo exhibition of new work by Pedro Wonaeamirri.

An exhibition of new work by Yalmakany Marawili

Emily Valentine: Native Narrative August 6-29, 2026

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

Artist and wharfie Sam Wallman’s provides a fresh, first-hand take on contemporary dock life.

Celebrating the creativity, talent and diversity of staff across the organisation.

The largest major exhibition of one of the most fearless and influential voices in Australian contemporary art.

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

Two Hong Kong artists present paintings inspired by their connections to Sydney and Hong Kong

Celebrating the best of the next generation of artists

An artist who’s been everywhere and landed somewhere beautiful.

Life Drawing Sip and Sketch Workshop hosted by a fun Sydney Drag Queen

View the virtual worlds of Melody Owen and avatar Pearl Hyacinth

A series of art sessions with community members.

Newly commissioned and rarely seen works in sculpture, painting, and drawing.

A gallery tour led by members of the ground-breaking Human Remains Research Project team

Unleash your creativity! Explore clay, carving, casting, and more as you bring your ideas to life

The Madjawa Maangi exhibition and events program features First Nations arts and cultural activities

An LGBTQIA+ walking tour of Darlinghurst

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

Learn to work with oil paints with us

See the latest innovations for signage, displays & digital print

Just bring your enthusiasm & willingness to explore your creativity!

Australasia's premier art fair

An ambitious new body of work developed through an ongoing dialogue with family histories and archival encounters.

Learn drawing and cartooning with us

Dad's go free!

Capture the dynamism of wild animals in Watercolour

For collage artists, the collage curious, or a great idea for a relaxed, low-key date night.

To the Owner is Alana Hunt's first institutional solo exhibition in Gadigal Nura/Sydney.

Exploring the rhythms of the natural world through painting, sculpture and works on paper

You are invited to celebrate the opening of To the Owner on Thursday 10 September, 6–7.30pm.

Exploring environmental issues through contemporary art

Create your own custom metalwork adornments inspired by Viking Age treasure in a workshop with SquarePeg Studios.

Join Art Club at Empower Create Thrive for hands-on fun, creativity, and good friends!

A cut and paste session for collage artists, the collage curious, or a great idea for a relaxed, low-key date night.

A cut and paste session for collage artists, the collage curious, or a great idea for a relaxed, low-key date night.

A chance to ask about our 2027 residency and consider how to activate or respond to the site through your work

Public access to an art exhibition

A conversation about the research, discoveries and curatorial decisions behind the definitive Max Dupain exhibition.

Immerse yourself in the world of still life painting over two inspiring days.

Still-Life Sketching Social Night at Sydney's Newest Artist-Run Gallery

Works by 30 plus artists developed through Brooch Club

Take Over: Community Showcase, the culminating celebration of Heaps Decent’s week-long creative residency.

Artisan Crafts: Archival Woodblock Prints Reimagined

Meet leading employers, explore career opportunities and build your future in Australia and beyond

An exhibition presenting 20 culturally diverse, internationally recognised women artists based in Australia

And This Is Where We Land

Ceramic Business District

Conversations Through Jewellery: Works by the UNSW Art & Design Jewellery Community

Discover jewellery, ceramics, and botanical installation in a leafy Darlinghurst laneway studio.

An activated exhibition and retail event shaped by a curated cohort of contemporary makers working across craft and design

Learn how to capture the glamour and charisma of a drag queen through art, guided by a queen herself

Sydney Craft Week Workshops at Sew Make Create

Bringing together a curated selection of local ceramic artists and makers

Basketry Looping Workshop

Craft evening

Attention artists and art lovers: the annual Glebe Art Show is back in October 2026!

UNSW Animation and Moving Image Festival

Booby Trap invites artists, makers and crafters to explore a phrase loaded with contradiction, humour and possibility

Random Weave Basketry Workshop

Free entry. Rare books, maps, prints & ephemera for sale. The Glasshouse, State Library NSW. 22–24 October 2026.

Step into the vibrant world of David Hockney, one of the most celebrated artists of our time.

Future World Expo Sydney 2026

An exhibition of landscape paintings with glimpses of birds and animals by artist Geoffrey Adams.

An exhibition of works by our 2026 Master of Fine Art (MFA) and Doctor of Fine Art (DFA) graduate students.

Australia’s premier tattoo convention

Discover tea culture at the 7th Sydney Tea Expo 2026—tea makers, tastings, ceremonies & cultural exchange.

An exhibition of ink painting by Biao Zhu