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Museums in United Kingdom
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Fact Liverpool
Where people, art and technology meet. FACT Liverpool has been leading the UK video, film and new media arts scene for 20 years with groundbreaking exhibitions, education and research projects. The organisation aims to pioneer new forms of artistic and social interaction with individuals and communities. During its history, FACT has commissioned and presented over 250 digital media works with artists including Pipilotti Rist, Bill Viola, Apichatpong Weerasethakul, Vito Acconci and Isaac Julien. FACT is a member of LARC (Liverpool Arts Regeneration Consortium), a partnership of eight of the leading cultural organisations in Liverpool set up to help ensure that the cultural sector plays a significant role in the regeneration of the Liverpool City Region. FACT is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee.
11 to 50 staff
Serpentine
Championing the possibilities of new ideas in contemporary art since opening in 1970, Serpentine has presented pioneering exhibitions for almost half a century, showing a wide range of work from emerging practitioners to the most internationally recognised artists of our time, providing a place for them to experiment and an open platform for them to be seen and heard. Across two sites in Kensington Gardens, Serpentine South and Serpentine North present a year-round, open programme of exhibitions, including education, live events and technological innovation in the park and beyond. Proud to maintain free access for all visitors, thanks to its unique location, the galleries also reach an exceptionally broad audience and connect with the local community.
51 to 200 staff
Butser Ancient Farm
Butser Ancient Farm is an open-air experimental archaeology museum and active research centre, learning about the past by recreating it. Our experiments are world-renowned, and our buildings include a Roman villa, Celtic village, Stone Age farm, and Saxon halls — all reconstructed from real UK archaeology, and open to be explored! As well as general admission to the public, we also offer dedicated school trips, and an events and workshops programme that ranges from swordmaking to Celtic fire festivals.
11 to 50 staff
Dovecot Studios
Dovecot is a world-renowned tapestry studio in the heart of Edinburgh and a landmark centre for contemporary art, craft, and design. Established in 1912, Dovecot continues a century-long heritage of collaboration with international artists to make exceptional and engaging works of art. Dovecot Studios undertakes public and private textile commissions and has a catalogue of tapestries and fine art rugs, which are for sale. Major tapestry projects include collaborations with Chris Ofili, Alison Watt, and Gary Fabian Miller. Also specialising in handcrafted rugs, Dovecot have worked with various artists such as Linder, Jim Lambie, and Nicholas Party. Occupying an extraordinary building, formerly Victorian baths, Dovecot also has an engaging programme of exhibitions and events, which expand the conversation around art, craft, and design. We also offer out flexible and unique event spaces are available for hire.
11 to 50 staff
Dundee Contemporary Arts
Dundee Contemporary Arts is a world-class centre for the development and exhibition of contemporary art and culture.
51 to 200 staff
Firstsite
Firstsite is a contemporary visual arts organisation based in Colchester with a mission to make contemporary art relevant to everyone. Our integrated programme of work includes projects, exhibitions and publications by established and emerging artists, as well as extensive learning opportunities and artists’ support initiatives. Over the last fifteen years firstsite has gained a strong reputation by presenting ambitious work to new audiences in the East of England and beyond. We believe that contemporary art offers fresh perspectives on contemporary life; we are continually looking for ways to encourage dialogues between artists and audiences.
11 to 50 staff
Manchester Art Gallery
Manchester Art Gallery has been at the centre of city life for 200 years. From its origins in the Royal Manchester Institution for the Promotion of Literature, Science and the Arts, founded in 1823, it’s been proudly part of Manchester City Council since 1882. The gallery is free and open to all as a place of civic thinking and public imagination, and promotes art as a means to achieve positive social change. The gallery is for and of the people of Manchester. Through our collections, displays and public programmes, we work with Manchester residents to celebrate creative practice as an integral part of everyday life. This is an art school for everybody, and for life – a free and accessible institution for the city and its people.
51 to 200 staff
South London Gallery
The South London Gallery is an internationally acclaimed contemporary art space which has been free to the public since its foundation in 1891. The gallery has an established reputation for its programme of contemporary art exhibitions, film and performance events, with integrated education projects for children, young people and adults. Providing opportunities for learning and participation is at the heart of the South London Gallery's purpose, thousands of children, young people and adults take part in an extensive programme. The SLG is a registered charity which raises more than half of its income from trusts and foundations, sponsors and fundraising events.
11 to 50 staff
National Museums Ni
National Museums NI is Northern Ireland’s foremost cultural and heritage museum group. Across four unique sites, we care for and present the inspirational collections that reflect the creativity, innovation, history, culture and people of Northern Ireland. Our museums are a critical part of the civic infrastructure and a significant contributor to what makes Northern Ireland an attractive place to live, work and visit. Our sites include the Ulster Museum, the Ulster Folk Museum, including Cultra Manor, Ulster Transport Museum and the Ulster American Folk Park.
201 to 500 staff
Amberley Museum
With 41 acres to explore and over 40 exhibits to visit, there is so much to discover, learn and have fun at Amberley Museum. Our Museum is dedicated to preserving the industrial heritage of the South East. Exhibits include our communications building, electricity hall, working printshop, and the lime kilns which date back to when the site was a working chalk quarry. We are also home to traditional crafts people such as the wheelwrights and blacksmith. You can also take a ride on the narrow gauge railway and historic buses to explore around the Museum.
11 to 50 staff
Armagh Observatory & Planetarium
Welcome to Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, Ireland's leading centre for astronomy education. A truly unique organisation, where research and education, history and heritage come together. The Armagh Observatory is the oldest scientific institution in Northern Ireland and the longest continuously operating astronomical research institute in the UK and Ireland. The foundation of the Planetarium on the same site by Dr Eric Lindsay greatly enhanced the organisation's public face and outreach activities. The combination of an active Observatory and Planetarium on the same site, carrying out a vibrant research, education and public outreach programme, together with their rich scientific history that is still embedded within its heritage, is truly unique.
11 to 50 staff
Collective, Edinburgh
Collective is a free contemporary art space that brings creative new perspectives to the city of Edinburgh. Situated in a heritage observatory, Collective develops and presents world-class exhibitions, events, workshops and discussions from ground-breaking local and international artists. We run artist-led activities for young people, as well as the industry-leading development programme for emerging creative practitioners, Satellites. Founded in 1984 as an artist-run collective, Collective has a spirit of care, equality and creative freedom at its core. We believe that creativity is for everyone, and from our home on Edinburgh’s iconic Calton Hill we connect with local, national and international artists and audiences to share ideas and inspire change.
11 to 50 staff
Estorick Collection Of Modern Italian Art
The Estorick Collection opened in London in 1998 and is Britain’s only museum devoted to modern Italian art. The Collection brings together some of the finest and most important works created by Italian artists during the first half of the twentieth century, and is known internationally for its outstanding core of Futurist masterpieces. Our exhibitions and events continue to explore artists and movements in ways that change our understanding of Italian art and culture, and provide a platform for contemporary artists to engage with this history. Housed in a beautifully restored Grade II listed Georgian townhouse, the Estorick Collection is much more than just a museum. With six galleries showing both our permanent collection and temporary exhibitions, a bookshop, café and art library, the Collection is a centre for Italian art and culture. Caffè Estorick, with its light-filled conservatory and secluded walled garden, serves authentic Italian cuisine and aperitivo, and is freely accessible to the public.
1 to 10 staff
National Holocaust Museum Uk
OUR STORY We opened in 1995 as Beth Shalom (The House of Peace), the only place of Holocaust remembrance & learning in the world founded by Christians - the remarkable Smith family. After a trip to Yad Vashem, they were keen to inspire others in Britain to take responsibility for the years of anti-Jewish hate which helped enable the Holocaust. Based in Laxton in the Sherwood Forest area, we became a home-from-home for inspiring speakers: Holocaust survivors. An extension of the Smith family, they attracted ever-growing audiences. One by one, our family of survivors entrusted their artefacts to our care. This is how we evolved from a single exhibition in a family farmhouse, into a nationally accredited museum with prestigious ‘National Portfolio Organisation’ status from @ArtsCouncilEngland. The museum will always exist to serve our educational purpose. The testimonies of our cherished family of Survivors will always be our educational backbone. And our ethos will always be true to the warm Smith family. Marina and Eddie Smith, now in their 80s, live on the estate. Their son Dr James Smith CBE remains our President, as well as heading our sister charity @AegisTrust, which runs the Kigali genocide memorial in Rwanda. James’ brother @StephenSmith MBE was our first Director, before moving to LA to run Steven Spielberg’s USC Shoah Foundation for 12 years. With superb Educational and Curatorial teams, we offer Primary, Secondary and Tertiary level learning programmes - all underpinned by our two permanent exhibitions, collections and stunning memorial gardens. Powerful sculptures and the scent & sight of white roses, each dedicated to named victims, serve as poignant commemoration, reflection and healing spaces. Overall, with our bridge-building #interfaith heritage, we are a warm, comfortable environment in which to encourage uncomfortable dialogue between people of all faiths and none. We are a safe space. We are a museum like no other.
11 to 50 staff
National Maritime Museum Cornwall
National Maritime Museum Cornwall is a place to enrich your understanding of the sea and Cornwall. Through our exhibitions programme we aspire to bring new and diverse perspectives to maritime issues, and highlight their relevance to the present day. We also bring rare objects from around the world to Cornwall to tell local, national and international stories. With our award-winning architectural design and unique waterside location we boast an innovative building with stunning views over Falmouth harbour. Offering a number of adaptable spaces, nearby parking and fully equipped facilities, we provide the ideal setting for any corporate event or private occasion. Offering such a distinctive venue with versatile facilities means that every event we host is different. Working closely with our clients we tailor their visit to meet every requirement - ensuring each box is ticked and the event runs without a hitch.
11 to 50 staff
Quentin Blake Centre For Illustration
Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, is the new name for house of Illustration. We are the UK’s only charity for illustration – the art we experience in our everyday lives. Our exhibitions and projects celebrate illustration, support illustrators and empower people of all ages to tell their stories. We are restoring an industrial heritage site in Clerkenwell to create the national centre for illustration. We will open there in 2026. While we’re between buildings, we’re connecting people with illustration with our touring exhibitions, residencies, online content, events, courses and masterclasses, family activities and collaborations with schools and communities.
11 to 50 staff
The Hunterian
At the heart of the University of Glasgow since 1807, The Hunterian connects people with stories, individuals and ideas found in stunning collections of objects, belongings and artworks. Today The Hunterian is a space for questioning and experimentation, for enjoyment and enrichment, for connection and collaboration and for reflecting on the role museums and individuals can play in furthering equity, justice and diversity in our society.
51 to 200 staff
V&a Dundee
We are Scotland’s design museum. Designed for everyone, firing imaginations and sparking curiosity in design across Scotland and around the world.
51 to 200 staff
Arebyte
Meeting the growing demand for immersive experiences and digital content creation, arebyte pioneers new forms of engagement with creative technologies, to critically explore the impact of technology in contemporary society. From digital environments, online exhibitions to live performances, arebyte’s art programme spans VR, AR, motion capture, CGI, AI, blockchain technology, and draws visitors per year to its gallery in East London, with a yearly online audience of which is constantly growing. arebyte is committed to further support London’s creatives by providing affordable workspaces in the capital city. In partnership with private landlords and Councils, arebyte strives to preserve a vibrant community of 330 artists, makers and designers in East and South London.
1 to 10 staff
Aston Martin Heritage Trust
When shared, heritage turns into passion. The AMHT is the leading authority on Aston Martin’s heritage. If you are interested in the iconic British marque, our expert team will explore the archive - the most extensive collection of Aston Martin records in the world - to support you. If you’d like to immerse yourself in Aston Martin vehicles, memorabilia and documents, join us for a guided tour of the AMHT museum in Oxfordshire. More than 110 years of Aston Martin history await. Visit the website to book tickets.
1 to 10 staff
Land Of Iron
Land of Iron preserves and promotesthe rich ironstone heritage and history of East Cleveland through the Ironstone Mining Museum, creating an enjoyable and educational experience for all.
11 to 50 staff
Murton Park
Murton Park has it all – a museum, railway, café, animals, playground and living history sites - and it's been around since 1982!
11 to 50 staff
Sainsbury Centre
Welcome to the Sainsbury Centre, an international art museum home to world-class art collections from contemporary to anthropological and archaeological themes. We also boast cafes, a shop and a 350-acre outdoor Sculpture Park. In 2023, we became the first museum in the world to recognise that art is alive. At the Sainsbury Centre, we invite you to meet art much more like you would another person than an inanimate object. Discover #LivingArt now! Our new Universal Ticket grants access to the permanent collection, lower and mezzanine galleries, and Sculpture Park. Tickets operate on a ‘Pay If and What You Can’ basis, and is the first model of its kind in the UK, offering access to the entire arts landscape for a price of your choosing.
11 to 50 staff
Southwark Park Galleries
Founded in 1984 by the Bermondsey Artists' Group, Southwark Park Galleries (formerly CGP London) have commissioned and presented over 450 free exhibitions by emergent, overlooked and established British and international artists. Our mission is to foster artistic career development by providing excellent opportunities for artists and curators to develop their ideas and practice. This is done through the supportive and professional presentation of their work in a unique park setting, integrated within a meaningful community and learning programme. We exist to enable all members of the community to fully participate and have open access to contemporary art. Southwark Park Galleries is a registered charity and Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation, supported by the London Borough of Southwark as well as relying on key support from various Trusts, Foundations, sponsors, sales of art, donations and venue hire to sustain our ambitious programme of contemporary art, community engagement and education. Cover Image Credit: Peter Liversidge, HELLO (2012) Installation photograph by Levin Haegele courtesy the artist, and Ingleby Gallery Edinburgh.
11 to 50 staff
