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The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø Gallery

Home to one of the greatest art collections in the UK, The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø Gallery is located in the magnificent historical setting of Somerset House.

The Gallery is particularly known for its Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings and temporary exhibitions.

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The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø Institute of Art is a research-led, independent College of the University of London, with one of the world’s most prestigious programmes of art history, curating, and conservation.

Forge a meaningful career in the professional art world and beyond. Applications for 2025 entry are now open.

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Book your place to learn more about The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø, our programmes, meet our faculty and more.

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Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø at The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø

The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø offers a range of study options from BA History of Art and Graduate Diploma, to seven MA programmes and a PhD programme.

Whether you have just been introduced to the world of Art History or have years of experience, there is a programme for you.

Apply to study in the heart of London with renowned specialists in Art History.

Abstract Erotic: Louise Bourgeois, Eva Hesse, Alice Adams

20 Jun – 14 Sep

Book now to experience extraordinary sculptures by Louise Bourgeois, Eva Hesse and Alice Adams, three pioneering artists of the 20th century who, in 1960s New York, produced startling new bodies of work turning modern sculpture on its head.ÌýÌý

Sculpture with three dark nets hanging i Eva Hesse, No title,1966 Private Collection. Courtesy Hauser & Wirth Collection Services. © The Estate of Eva Hesse. Courtesy Hauser & Wirth. Photo: Stefan Altenburger Photography Zürich

What's On

Explore The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇøâ€™s events, talks, exhibitions, lectures and courses. We welcome everyone with an interest in art and art history, from young people and families to academics and researchers.

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Conferences, Research, The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø Centre for the Art of the Americas

Kienholz: Un/American Violence

5:00pm, 30 May 2025 | Free, booking essential

Join us for this symposium exploring the ethics and politics of violence in post-1950s art through and beyond the work of Edward and Nancy Kienholz, tracing shifting ideas of Americanness across artists, geographies, and histories...

Families, Public Programmes

Family Activity: Holiday Art Adventures

10:30am, 30 May 2025 | Free with timed ticket

Try out our new Family Backpack, pick up one of our self-led trails, or take a clipboard, pencil and paper and enjoy some sketching....

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News and blogs about The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø, The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇø Gallery, our public and schools programmes and our work in education, research, art history, conservation and curation.

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Discover beautiful products inspired by our most famous works, alongside art materials and books for experts, enthusiasts, and children alike.

Every time you shop with us, you are supporting The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÉçÇøâ€™s mission to advance the understanding of the visual arts through advanced research, innovative teaching, inspiring exhibitions and programmes, and the stewardship of our collections.

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