UCL Art Museum and its collection

UCL Art Museum is a museum in London. The museum features exhibits related to Fine Art. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include Albrecht Durer, Apocalypse series, Anthony van Dyck, Iconographia, Joseph Wright of Derby, John Singer Sargent, Rembrandt van Rijn, Martin Schongauer, Hendrick Goltzius, Wenceslaus Hollar, Thomas Rowlandson, Craigie Aitchison, Edward Wadsworth, Andrea Mantegna, J. M. W. Turner, Stanley Spencer, Dora Carrington, Michael Andrews, Hans Burgkmair, John Constable, Peter de Wint, Augustus John, William Orpen, David Bomberg, John Flaxman, Rex Whistler, Henry Tonks, Paula Rego and Gwen John.

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UCL Art Museum
South Cloisters University College London Gower Street
WC1E 6BT London

Visitor information UCL Art Museum

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
13:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
13:00 – 17:00
Thursday
13:00 – 17:00
Friday
13:00 – 17:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Admission

0+Free

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Coffee

Location & Map

South Cloisters University College London Gower Street, London

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UCL Art Museum Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The UCL Art Museum, located within University College London, offers visitors a diverse collection of artworks spanning various periods and styles. The museum houses an extensive array of paintings, drawings, prints, and sculptures, with a particular emphasis on works from the 17th to the early 20th centuries.

    Many visitors appreciate the museum's intimate setting, which allows for a more personal and focused art-viewing experience compared to larger institutions. The collection includes notable pieces by both well-known and lesser-known artists, providing an interesting mix for art enthusiasts and students alike.

    The museum's strengths lie in its print collection and its integration with the university's academic programs. Visitors often comment positively on the rotating exhibitions that showcase different aspects of the permanent collection or feature temporary displays.

    However, some reviewers note that the museum's small size can be a limitation, with a relatively modest number of works on display at any given time. Additionally, as it's part of the university, opening hours can be limited, which may inconvenience some visitors.

    The lack of extensive information panels or audio guides is mentioned by some as a drawback, although others appreciate the uncluttered viewing experience. The museum's location within the university campus can also be slightly challenging to find for first-time visitors.

    Overall, the UCL Art Museum offers a worthwhile experience for those interested in a more focused and academic approach to art viewing, particularly for those with an interest in prints and drawings. While it may not have the grandeur or extensive collections of London's major art institutions, it provides a valuable resource for students and art lovers looking for a quieter, more contemplative art experience.

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