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NGV Members Weekend

19 & 20 Sep 2026, 10am–5pm
NGV International and The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
Free entry

This September, we’re saying thank you to our vibrant community of NGV Members with a weekend-long celebration.

We also warmly invite everybody visiting the NGV to join us to discover everything that NGV Membership has to offer, with two full days of programming, exclusive offers and giveaways.

Become an NGV Member to unlock access to every program, or simply come along to participate in a selection of free activities available for everyone and get a taste of the NGV Members experience.

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SPECIAL OFFERS & GIVEAWAYS

Available all weekend, redeemable on site at NGV International and The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

FREE EXHIBITION TICKET

We’re giving Members an extra free ticket to see Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy or Margaret Preston. Visit us during Members Weekend to redeem your ticket, which can be used anytime during the exhibition period.

 DISCOUNTED MEMBERSHIP

Become an NGV Member or renew your NGV Membership and enjoy a 10% discount. You can join or renew online using promo code MEMBER10, or speak to our team on site during Members Weekend. NGV Members enjoy exclusive Members-only programs, private exhibition viewings, Gallery-wide discounts and more.

 WIN AN NGV MEMBERSHIP

We’re giving away five NGV Memberships and one NGV Premium Membership. Visit NGV International anytime during the weekend and speak to our team to go in the running to win.

PROGRAMS

Two days of free programs showcasing all that NGV Membership has to offer

Everyone welcome
LOTS OF DOTS
Art Making Activity

19 & 20 Sep, 10am–3pm
Gandel Hall, NGV International

Children can learn about the wonderful world of contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama. Drop in to get creative with dots and write a poem about pumpkins in this free family activity.

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Members-only
SLOW LOOKING WITH DR OLIVIA MEEHAN
Guided experience

19 Sep, 11am–12pm
Members Lounge, NGV International

Reflect, engage, spark your imagination and discover the benefits of slow looking in this free session led by art historian Dr Olivia Meehan.

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Members-only
BEST OF NGV INTERNATIONAL
Collection highlights tour

19 Sep, 2.30–3.30pm
Meet: Members Lounge, NGV International

Discover world-famous artworks and unforgettable stories in the NGV Collection with a free Members-only tour led by NGV’s expert storytellers.

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Members-only
BEST OF NGV AUSTRALIA
Collection highlights tour

20 Sep, 12.30–1.30pm
Meet: Members Lounge, The Ian Potter Centre, NGV Australia

Members can go on a journey through Australian art history on this exclusive tour of the hits, highlights and hidden paintings at NGV Australia.

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Everyone welcome
STORIES FROM CONSERVATION: THE FINDING OF MOSES
Talk

20 Sep, 2–3pm
Clemenger BBDO Auditorium, NGV International

Carl Villis, Senior Conservator of Paintings, tells the remarkable story behind Giambattista Tiepolo’s The Finding of Moses. Usually offered exclusively to Members as part of our Stories from Conservation series, this session is open to all to attend, giving you a glimpse into some of the unique programs offered to NGV Members. Register now to secure your place.

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EXHIBITION VIEWINGS

Members-only exclusive exhibition access

MEMBERS MORNING: MARGARET PRESTON

19 Sep, 9–10am
The Ian Potter Centre, NGV Australia

We’re opening early just for NGV Members to privately view Margaret Preston. Explore nearly 250 works, including some of Preston’s most iconic paintings, before the Gallery opens to the public.

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MEMBERS EVENING: CARTIER

19 Sep, 6.30–9.30pm
NGV International

Experience the dazzling 2026 Melbourne Winter Masterpieces®: CARTIER exhibition after hours, with late-night shopping at NGV design store and exclusive offers just for Members.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Venues

Members Weekend will take place across NGV International and The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia at Fed Square.

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Access

NGV welcomes everyone.
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Facilities for Families

Pram accessibility and parking, food and drink options and areas to stretch young legs or relax.

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