The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV)

As one of Melbourne’s most iconic destinations, the NGV International has been chosen to host the Special Summit Leaders’ Dinner.

As one of Melbourne’s most iconic destinations, the NGV International has been chosen to host the Special Summit Leaders’ Dinner.

Pre-dinner drinks will be held in Federation Court, amongst dynamic art installation.

Dinner will be in the Great Hall, famous for its stunning stained cut glass ceiling by Australian artist Leonard French.

Image from the National Gallery of Victoria depicting a dinner in the great hall. Rows of black tables and chairs are neatly arranged, each set with wine and water cups, cutlery, and menus. The carpet in the hall is a vibrant shade of purple.

Facts

  • The NGV was founded in 1861 and is the oldest and most visited gallery in Australia, hosting a wide range of international and local artists in the NGV Collection and its year-round program of exhibitions, festivals and events.
  • The NGV currently comprises two architecturally renowned galleries in the Melbourne Arts Precinct, NGV
    International, which presents world-renowned international art exhibitions, and The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia,
    the world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art and design.
  • Once completed, The Fox: NGV Contemporary, will be the organisation’s third venue, dedicated to showcasing important works of contemporary art, design, fashion and architecture.
  • The NGV’s permanent collection includes more than 75,000 works. The NGV Collection has come to span the history and development of Australian, First Nations and international art, design and architecture.
  • As it grows and evolves, the NGV Collection embraces and reflects diversity in cultural identities, artistic practices and
    geographies as it connects art and people.
  • The NGV Channel offers opportunities to stay connected and inspired www.ngv.vic.gov.au/channel/

Further information

Marion Joseph, Associate Director, Media and Public Affairs - marion.joseph@ngv.vic.gov.au
Penny France, Media Manager, Media and Public Affairs - penny.france@ngv.vic.gov.au