Sculpture and the Visual Arts
As the home of Yorkshire Sculpture Park and The Hepworth Wakefield (opened 21 May 2011) the visual arts are a vital part of life in the Wakefield district. Recognised as one of the world's leading open air galleries, the Yorkshire Sculpture Park features more than 40 contemporary sculptures displayed across 500 acres of delightful parkland. The Hepworth Wakefield is Yorkshire's landmark gallery for visual arts. This stunning building, designed by award-winning architect David Chipperfield is located in an outstanding setting on Wakefield's historic waterfront. The building features 10 gallery spaces, cafe, shop, auditorium and learning spaces.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an extraordinary place that sets out to challenge, inspire, inform and delight.
The Hepworth Wakefield
With a unique riverside setting, The Hepworth Wakefield is the largest purpose built exhibition space outside London.
Yorkshire Contemporary Art Map
Yorkshire art has been literally put on the map in a new scheme between Welcome to Yorkshire and the Northern Art Prize
Exhibitions
Find out about all the latest exhibitions in art venues around the district.
The Art House
Artists studios, programme of events & exhibitions and facilities for the wider community.
Beam
Beam help people to make better places through education, events & the promotion of good design.
12 Months of Neon Love
Make sure you don't miss the sequence of 12 'love' quotes writ large in neon text
Masterpiece Saved
Breughel's 'Procession to Calvary' is on display at Nostell Priory , having been saved for the nation
Wakefield Artwalk
The Artwalk is a series of free cultural evenings held in galleries, cafes & shops across the city
