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Bath Art Galleries (Bath, England)



Bath art galleries display some wonderful collections of art in Bath, including paintings by world famous and local Bath artists, both modern and more classical. Here are some of the top Bath art galleries to visit when you are staying in the Georgian city of Bath.

Bath Art Galleries: Holburne Museum of Art - Great Pulteney Street, Bath, North-East Somerset, BA2 4DB, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 466669
This outstanding collection of art was started by Sir William Holburne in the 19th century and this prestigious art gallery includes many important works of art, some by famous artists and also local artists in Bath. Situated at the top of Great Pulteney Street and next to the landscaped Sydney Gardens, the Holburne Museum of Art is housed in a grand 18th-century Georgian building that was originally one of Bath's most impressive hotels.




The art museum was founded in 1916 and attractions include a large collection of ceramics and porcelain, silver works, antique period furniture, landscape paintings by Turner, numerous portraits, a gift shop and a tea shop. There are also a number of special events throughout the year at the Holburne Museum of Art, including exhibitions, concerts, guided tours and lectures.
Art gallery open: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 12:30 to 17:30
Art gallery admission: charge, discounts available for children

Bath Art Galleries: Victoria Art Gallery - Bridge Street, Bath, North-East Somerset, BA2 4AT, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 477233
The Victoria Art Gallery is one of Bath's most important art galleries and is situated in the heart of Bath city centre. Next to Bath's famous Pulteney Bridge, the Victoria Art Gallery has two separate gallery areas, the Lower Art Galleries, where a number of temporary art exhibitions are held throughout the year, and the Upper Art Galleries, with more than 100 splendid works of art from the gallery's collection by over 80 artists, dating from the 15th-century to the present day. The Upper Art Galleries are also home to an impressive collection of porcelain, class and miniature paintings. Other attractions at the art gallery include a small bookshop, refreshments and monthly tours of the gallery's art stores, which explore behind the scenes with a curator of the gallery.
Art gallery open: Tuesday to Friday - 10:30 to 12:00 and 13:30 to 15:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 14:00 to 17:00
Art gallery admission: free

Bath Art Galleries: St. James' Art Gallery - St. Margaret's Buildings, Brock Street, Bath, North-East Somerset, BA1 2LP, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 319197
St. James' Art Gallery is one of Bath's main art galleries, selling a wide variety of art, and is highly regarded throughout the country. With a number of exhibits in the galleries, including contemporary ceramics, paintings and jewellery, St. James' Art Gallery is situated in one of Bath's most historic areas, between the Royal Crescent and The Circus.
Art gallery open: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00
Art gallery admission: free

Bath Art Galleries: Beaux Arts Gallery - 12 to 13 York Street, Bath, North-East Somerset, BA1 1NG, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 464850
Bath's Beaux Arts Gallery offers a wide variety of contemporary art, including paintings, ceramics and sculptures. This art gallery is situated in the centre of Bath and well-known 20th-century artists exhibiting at the art gallery include Barbara Hepworth, and John Piper. The Beaux Arts Gallery is housed in a splendid listed Georgian building.
Art gallery open: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 17:30
Art gallery admission: charge

Bath Art Galleries: Rostra Art Gallery - 5 George Street, Bath, North-East Somerset, BA1 2EH, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 448121
This large, commercial art gallery is situated at the top of Bath's busy Milsom Street and is a popular place to purchase a wide variety of paintings, ceramics, unusual and stylish sculptures, glass works and also jewellery. There are two art galleries, the main art gallery is situated on the ground floor and the upper art gallery is a quieter area, displaying a large number of mainly paintings. Other attractions at the Rostra Art Gallery include an art consultancy service for both individuals and businesses, and also some particularly stylish clocks.
Art gallery open: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 17:30

Bath Art Galleries: Hotbath Art Gallery - City of Bath College, Hot Bath Street, Bath, North-East Somerset, BA1 1UP, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 328673
The Hotbath Art Gallery is situated in the City of Bath College, in the centre of Bath. Founded in 1994, highlights at the art gallery include paintings, sculptures, craft work, an art shop and there is also a café. The art galleries display works of art by both students at the college and also many acclaimed international artists.
Art gallery open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 16:45, Saturday - 10:00 to 16:00
Art gallery admission: free

Bath Art Galleries: Atrium Art Gallery - The Podium, Northgate Street, Bath, North-East Somerset, BA1 5AS, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 443446
Situated is Bath's Podium shopping centre, the Atrium Art Gallery sells a wide range of different paintings, limited edition prints and photographs. The Atrium Art Gallery is also well-known for its large and impressive collection of images of Bath, some of which date back many years. Paintings can be sold unframed if required, and the Atrium Art Gallery can also arrange for different frames to be made.
Art gallery open: Monday to Saturday - 09:30 to 18:30, Sunday - 11:00 to 16:30
Art gallery admission: free

Bath Art Galleries: Adam Art Gallery - 13 John Street, Bath, North-East Somerset, BA1 2JL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 480406
The Adam Art Gallery, in the centre of Bath, is a thriving commercial art gallery and sells a variety of original paintings and limited edition prints. Regular exhibitions are held throughout the year at the Adam Art Gallery and these include works by many important contemporary artists.
Art gallery open: Monday to Saturday - 09:30 to 17:30
Art gallery admission: free

Bath Art Galleries: Atticus Arts - 11a Queen Street, Bath, North-East Somerset, BA1 1HE, England
Tel: +44 (0)1225 444405
Web: www.atticusarts.com
Standing along Queen Street in the centre of Bath, Atticus Arts is a popular commercial art gallery, featuring two floors filled with many contemporary works of art.  With regular exhibitions throughout the year, this gallery actively promotes the works of notable, up-and-coming artists from all over the UK, Europe and America.
Art gallery open: Tuesday to Saturday - 10:00 to 18:00, Sunday - 11:00 to 16:00
Art galleries admission: free

Other art galleries nearby Bath include:

• Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery - Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1RL, England
  (art galleries distance: 21 km / 13 miles from Bath)
• Bristol Victoria Rooms - Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1SA, England
  (art galleries distance: 21 km / 13 miles from Bath)
• The Bristol Watershed Media Centre - 1 Canon's Road, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5TX, England
  (art galleries distance: 22 km / 14 miles from Bath)
• The Edwin Young Collection Art Gallery - Salisbury Library and Galleries, Market Place, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BL, England
  (art galleries distance: 71 km / 44 miles from Bath)
• Royal West of England Academy - Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1PX, England
  (art galleries distance: 21 km / 13 miles from Bath)

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