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York Art Gallery

About

York Art Gallery, overlooking Exhibition Square and the city walls, is home to an outstanding collection of art spanning over 600 years. Opened in 1879 for the second Yorkshire Fine Art and Industrial Exhibition, the Grade II listed building later became the City Art Gallery and is now managed by York Museums Trust. Its holdings range from 14th‑century Italian panels and Dutch Old Masters to Victorian narrative paintings and works by modern British artists such as L.S. Lowry and David Hockney. The gallery also houses the Centre of Ceramic Art (CoCA), showcasing one of the most significant collections of British studio ceramics in the world. Following a major redevelopment in 2015, display space increased by 60%, new gardens were created, and facilities modernised to host major national and international exhibitions. With its blend of historic architecture, world‑class collections, and dynamic programming, York Art Gallery remains a cultural landmark at the heart of the city.

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York Art Gallery
Location

York Art Gallery is located at Exhibition Square, York, YO1 7EW, in the city centre just a five-minute walk from York Minster and opposite Bootham Bar, one of the historic entrances to York’s medieval walls. The gallery is surrounded by key cultural and historic sites including York Museum Gardens, Fairfax House, and the Shambles, placing it within the vibrant heritage quarter of York. Nearby are the York Castle Museum, York Minster, and various independent cafés, shops, and restaurants, making the gallery’s location central and easily accessible for visitors exploring York’s rich art and history scene. It is also well-served by public transport and parking facilities nearby.

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