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Before the National Gallery of Australia opened in October 1982, Jackson Pollock’s Blue poles toured Australia, James Mollison believing it was important for all Australians to have access to the masterpiece that caused so much controversy. Since, the painting has been featured in many exhibitions throughout the Gallery’s history. Here are some of the posters from the archive.

Blue poles Brisbane City Hall 1974 poster

Blue poles Brisbane City Hall 1974

Australian National Gallery Treasures 1982

Australian National Gallery Treasures 1982

American Masters National Gallery of Australia 2018

Australian National Gallery Member 1982

Australian National Gallery Member 1982

Abstract Expressionism National Gallery of Australia 2002

Abstract Expressionism National Gallery of Australia 2002

Australian National Gallery Best Show 1982

Australian National Gallery Best Show 1982

Celebrating 20 years National Gallery of Australia 2002

Celebrating 20 years National Gallery of Australia 2002

Australian National Gallery Art For You 1982

Australian National Gallery Art For You 1982

Canberra Australia’s Showplace National Gallery of Australia

Canberra Australia’s Showplace National Gallery of Australia

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The National Gallery of Australia acknowledges the Ngunnawal and Ngambri peoples, the traditional custodians of the Canberra region, and recognises their continuous connection to culture, community and country.