Huddersfield Art Gallery

Creative Tourist Last Updated 11 September 2023

The Huddersfield Art Gallery permanent collection includes paintings, works on paper and sculptures by internationally renowned artists such as Francis Bacon, L.S. Lowry and Henry Moore. Although the permanent collection is not currently on display, many of these works can be seen in galleries across the UK.

Huddersfield Art Gallery has temporarily relocated to Unit 7 in the Piazza Shopping Centre whilst significant building works take place on the current Library and Art Gallery building. Huddersfield Art Gallery: Unit 7 continues to deliver an acclaimed and vibrant temporary exhibitions programme, featuring established and emerging artists.

Unit 7, Huddersfield Piazza Centre, Princess Alexandra WalkHuddersfieldHD1 2RS View map

Email: info.galleries@kirklees.gov.uk Telephone: 01484 221964 Visit Now

What's on near Huddersfield Art Gallery

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Until 23 Feb

ExhibitionsWakefield

Elisabeth Frink: Natural Connection at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

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Until 27 Apr

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David Hockney: Pieced Together at the National Science and Media Museum

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from £10.00

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ExhibitionsWakefield

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from £0.00

Until 21 Apr

ExhibitionsWakefield

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from £0.00

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