WOLVERHAMPTON ART GALLERY

Wolverhampton Art Gallery is part of Wolverhampton Arts and Heritage and houses more than 948 artworks worldwide. It is amongst the most prominent art galleries in Britain, which manifests famous artworks like “Pop Star,’73,” “Hand of Destiny No.2,” “Organ Pipes,” “Stairs II,” and many more.

Julius Chatwin of Birmingham took charge of designing the Art Gallery, and later, Horsman & Co. built the gallery in 1884. Tourists can catch a glimpse of the artworks made by great artists like David Humphreys, John Rogers Herbert, John Evan Hodgson, Sophie Anderson, and Lawrence Gowing. Visitors get an opportunity to witness 948 magnificent pieces of art, including iconic artworks like “The Leprechaun Has Died,” “Pop Star,’73,” “Hand of Destiny No.2,” “Organ Pipes,” “Stairs II,” etc.

Also, to promote the artworks of legendary artists and increase accessibility, the local administration has made entry to the gallery completely free. This gallery takes pride in showcasing more than 300 years of artistic styles in one place, which are exhibited through temporary and permanent exhibitions of great British artists. Majorly the art showcases English portraits and landscapes with intense creativity in every single piece art.

Location: Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV1 1DU England

Timing: 10:30 AM-4:30 PM (From Monday to Saturday), 11 AM-4 PM (Sunday)

Recommended Read: Glasgow Museums

Highlights

• Renowned Julius Chatwin designed Wolverhampton Art Gallery, and it was built in 1884 by the famous British builders of the 19th century, Horsman & Co.
• Admire the works of world-famous artists like David Humphreys, John Rogers Herbert, John Evan Hodgson, and Sophie Anderson.
• There are more than 900 art pieces that are on display in the art gallery.
• The iconic red building of the Wolverhampton Art Gallery is dedicated to the School of Art.
• Another modern art gallery was added as an extension to the original structure in 2007 by Niall Philips's architect.