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Manchester Art Gallery
NameManchester Art Gallery
LocationManchester, England

Manchester Art Gallery is a publicly owned art gallery located on Mosley Street in Manchester City Centre. The gallery is part of the Manchester City Council's Direct Services department and is one of the Greater Manchester Museums Group. It is situated near the Manchester Town Hall and the John Rylands Library, and is close to the University of Manchester and the Manchester Metropolitan University. The gallery is also near the Whitworth Art Gallery, which is part of the University of Manchester.

● History

The gallery was founded in 1823 as the Royal Manchester Institution, with the aim of promoting Fine Arts in Manchester. The institution was granted a Royal Charter by King George IV in 1829, and in 1882 it moved to its current location on Mosley Street. The building was designed by Charles Barry, who also designed the Houses of Parliament in London. Over the years, the gallery has undergone several renovations and expansions, including a major redevelopment in 2002, which was supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the European Regional Development Fund. The gallery has also received support from the Arts Council England and the Manchester City Council.

● Collections

The gallery's collections include over 25,000 objects, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. The collection includes works by famous artists such as J.M.W. Turner, John Constable, and William Hogarth, as well as contemporary artists like Damien Hirst, Tracey Emin, and Grayson Perry. The gallery also has a significant collection of Pre-Raphaelite art, including works by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, John Everett Millais, and William Holman Hunt. The collection also includes works by Lowry, Vaughan, and Frieda Kahlo, as well as a collection of Impressionist and Modern Art from the Courtauld Gallery and the Tate Britain. The gallery has also acquired works from the Victoria and Albert Museum and the National Gallery.

● Architecture

The gallery's building is a Grade I listed building, designed by Charles Barry in the Greek Revival style. The building features a grand entrance hall with a sweeping staircase, and a large gallery space with a glass roof. The building has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years, including a major redevelopment in 2002, which added a new extension designed by Michael Hopkins Architects. The building is also home to the Manchester City Art Gallery's Cafe Bar, which serves food and drink in a beautifully designed space. The gallery's architecture is similar to that of the National Gallery in London, and the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool.

● Exhibitions

The gallery hosts a range of temporary exhibitions throughout the year, featuring works from its own collection as well as loans from other museums and galleries. Recent exhibitions have included shows on Francis Bacon, Lucian Freud, and David Hockney, as well as exhibitions on Surrealism and Pop Art. The gallery has also hosted exhibitions on Fashion Photography, featuring works by Helmut Newton and Annie Leibovitz, and exhibitions on Street Art, featuring works by Banksy and Shepard Fairey. The gallery has also collaborated with other institutions, such as the Tate Modern, the British Museum, and the National Portrait Gallery, to host exhibitions on Contemporary Art and Modern Art.

● Education and Events

The gallery offers a range of educational programs and events for adults and children, including guided tours, workshops, and lectures. The gallery also hosts events and activities for families, such as Arts Award schemes and Holiday Activities. The gallery has also partnered with local schools and universities, such as the University of Manchester and the Manchester Metropolitan University, to offer educational programs and resources. The gallery has also collaborated with other organizations, such as the BBC and the Arts Council England, to host events and activities that promote Arts and Culture in Manchester. The gallery's education program is similar to that of the National Gallery in London, and the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool. Category:Art museums and galleries in the United Kingdom

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