Four top tips for families

Have fun!
We have over 2,500 paintings but you don’t have to look at every one. Focus on what really grabs your attention.
We have over 2,500 paintings but you don’t have to look at every one. Focus on what really grabs your attention.

Talk
The National Gallery is a place to explore, ask questions, debate and use your imagination.
The National Gallery is a place to explore, ask questions, debate and use your imagination.

Draw
Paper and pencils are available at all Information Desks for families with children. You can also bring your own.
Paper and pencils are available at all Information Desks for families with children. You can also bring your own.

Strike a pose
Can you copy the poses of people in paintings? Try role-playing or charades.
Can you copy the poses of people in paintings? Try role-playing or charades.
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