NGV Water Trail
At NGV International

The National Gallery of Victoria is delighted to join with BlueScope Steel and Melbourne Water to bring you the innovative NGV Water Trail.

The Water Trail has been developed to enable visitors to the Gallery to learn more about key works of art and how the works relate to the story of water – its value and importance throughout history and across cultures.

All life depends on water. In Australia, we live on the driest inhabited continent, so it is vital that we all work together to protect this precious resource and ensure a sustainable water future.

The NGV is committed to achieving and promoting water conservation. With the assistance and support of BlueScope Steel and Melbourne Water, the Water Trail has been developed to promote the value of water to NGV visitors. The NGV has also developed a Water Management Plan for its iconic St Kilda Road Gallery.

The Waterwall at the entrance to NGV International marks the beginning of the Water Trail. Using recycled water, the constant flow creates a natural filter between the bustle of the city and the calm seclusion and ambience of the Gallery.

Discover the importance of water through art – its meaning and its beauty – and find out how we can all play a role in protecting and conserving our precious water resources.

For details on NGV Water Trail School Programs telephone (03) 8620 2340 (weekdays) or email education.schoolprograms@ngv.vic.gov.au

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