The Hepworth Wakefield

The Hepworth Wakefield reopened its doors to the public on 1 August. Initially the gallery will be open Weds-Sun, 10am-5pm (last entry 4.30pm). On display will be the popular and critically acclaimed Bill Brandt / Henry Moore exhibition, extended until 1 November. Advance booking is available now and is strongly recommended.

Six free galleries present works from Wakefield’s art collection. Two galleries are dedicated to Barbara Hepworth and her creative process, including a full-sized plaster cast for her famous Winged Figure, as well as her work bench and tools. Another gallery explores work by Hepworth’s friends and peers in St Ives, including work by Wilhelmina Barnes-Graham, Terry Frost, Patrick Heron, Bernard Leach and Ben Nicholson.

Outside, visitors can enjoy The Hepworth Wakefield Garden designed by internationally renowned garden designer Tom Stuart-Smith. The garden has grown into a tapestry of beautiful blooms and Stuart-Smith’s distinctive planting provides the perfect setting for outdoor sculptures. On display are artworks by Lynn Chadwick, Sir Michael Craig-Martin, Barbara Hepworth and Rebecca Warren, reflecting the combination of modern and contemporary art to be found inside the gallery. The garden is open daily and free to all.

A range of measures are being put in place to ensure the safety of visitors, staff and volunteers. These include hygiene stations with hand sanitiser throughout the building, monitoring of room capacity to ensure social distancing measures are adhered to, all staff wearing face coverings, with visitors also encouraged to wear face masks and regular cleaning of public areas throughout the day.

Please note The Hepworth Café and Learning Studios will remain closed for the time being. You are welcome to use the café as an indoor picnic area.

hepworthwakefield.org
hepworthwakefield.org/your-visit/stay-safe/