Our building is open and free to enter. Tuesday - Sunday: 10am-5pm
Address
Royal West of England Academy, Queen’s Road, Bristol BS8 1PX
Hours
Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 5pm
Please note changes to our usual opening times.
What's on
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Art Exhibitions
Come and enjoy our varied programme of ticketed and free exhibitions running throughout the year. The RWA brings together a unique blend of world-class modern and historic art all under one roof. Invest in an Art Pass and for only £18 you can enjoy year-long entry into all our ticketed exhibitions.
Events
Experience art exhibitions, events, art classes and family workshops at Bristol's first art gallery and across the city
Courses and Workshops
The RWA Drawing School hosts a wide variety of art workshops and courses for all creative abilities in our new Drawing Studio and on Zoom. Subscribe to the Drawing School newsletter to be first to know about our latest classes.
Children and Families
Art activities for kids of all ages! Get creative with painting, drawing and making at the RWA, Bristol's first art gallery. Subscribe to our Family newsletter and never miss a thing.
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Upcoming Events
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RWA 172 Annual Open Exhibition – Call for Submissions
Deadline extended to 30 June 2025
Be part of one of the UK’s leading open exhibitions!
Soft Power: lives told through textile art
17 May - 10 August 2025
Curated by Alice Kettle and Lesley Millar, an exhibition celebrating the skills and craftsmanship of textile artists and the art of storytelling.
