The Hepworth Wakefield

The Hepworth Wakefield opened on 21 May 2011 and is Yorkshire's landmark gallery for the visual arts. This stunning building, designed by David Chipperfield Architects, is a place to explore art, architecture and your imagination.

With over 1,600 square metres of light filled gallery spaces, The Hepworth Wakefield is the largest purpose-built exhibition spaces outside London. The gallery brings together work from Wakefield's art collection, exhibitions by world-famous artists and never-before-seen works by Barbara Hepworth, one of the 20th Century's most important artists who was born and raised in Wakefield.

Located in an outstanding setting on Wakefield's historic waterfront, the gallery offers a vibrant social space that is central to the artistic and social life of the region. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the world-class facilities including cafe, shop and education spaces and take part in an exciting events programme of film screenings, family activities, talks and concerts.

For more details go to http://www.hepworthwakefield.org/

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