When was Tate Gallery in St Ives built?
1993
Tate St Ives/Opened
The Tate Gallery, St Ives opened in June 1993 and in just six months welcomed over 120,000 visitors – 50,000 more than the original target for the entire year. Since then, the gallery has been an outstanding success with an average of 240,000 visitors per year.
How long does it take to go around the Tate St Ives?
The regular, permanent collection should take @2 hours.
Do I need to book Tate St Ives?
Welcome to Tate St Ives All visitors, including Members and Locals Pass holders, will need to book a timed ticket before visiting. Please wear a face covering unless you are exempt.
Is Tate St Ives open in October 2021?
Tate St Ives is open every day from March to October, and closed Mondays at other times.
How many Tate museums are there?
four
The Tate now comprises nearly 70,000 works, spread across four separate museums: Tate Britain, Tate Modern, Tate Liverpool and Tate St Ives. The Tate Britain’s collection retains the original focus, covering British art from 1500 to the present day.
How big is the Tate St Ives?
The transformation of Tate St Ives completes in October 2017. A four-year building project which doubles the space for showing art, adding almost 600 square metres of galleries, and created spectacular new studios for learning activities.
How long do you need for Tate Modern?
We suggest you allow one to two hours to see most exhibitions. Once you leave the exhibition re-admission is not permitted. Last entry for all exhibitions is normally one hour before the gallery closes.
Are dogs allowed in Tate?
Dogs are not admitted: Guide dogs and Hearing dogs for the Deaf are welcome. The use of cameras and video recorders by visitors is not permitted within the Tate galleries. Permission may be granted to photograph for private study and research; please enquire at the Information Desk at the main entrance for details.
Are dogs allowed in Tate St Ives?
Dogs are now allowed on all of St Ives beaches (apart from the Blue Flag Porthmeor beach) 24/7 up to the end of June and again after August. Throughout July and August dogs can still go on these beaches before 10am and after 5pm.
What kind of art is in Tate St Ives?
Inspiring art and breath-taking scenery meet at Tate St Ives. The iconic gallery overlooks the Atlantic Ocean, and showcases some of the best-loved British artworks of the twentieth century alongside an ever-changing programme of exhibitions embracing the best of British and International modern and contemporary art.
How much does it cost to go to Tate St Ives?
Entry into Tate St Ives is £10.50 for adults, or £12 with a donation. Concessions are £9.50 or £10.50 with a donation. 18s and under get in for free but also need a timed ticket. Will family events be taking place?
Where is the information desk at Tate St Ives?
The Information desk at Tate St Ives is located three metres away from the front of the building up an access ramp. Staff are happy to help with any questions you have about the artworks, building and facilities.
Where is the Barbara Hepworth Museum at Tate St Ives?
Tate St Ives also manages the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, located a short walk from the gallery. Housed in the intimate setting of her former home, studio and garden, this unique museum showcases some of Hepworth’s most significant carvings and bronze sculptures.