In addition to exhibitions, the Gallery undertakes a yearly portrait competition for young artists and has a full range of educational events and services. A bookshop and cafe are also located on site. As it is part of the National Collection, access to the main exhibitions of the National Portrait Gallery are free. The Gallery is open between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.,Wednesdays to Sundays, with late night opening until 9 p.m. on Thursday and Fridays. Disabled access is best made through the Orange St entrance.
Further details are available on the website.