Wakefield

The Hepworth Wakefield, Wakefield

About The Hepworth Wakefield

Named after the renowned artist Barbara Hepworth this Art Gallery is one of the most priced places to visit in Wakefield. The gallery has many amazing exhibitions that put on display wonderful international modern and contemporary artworks of Barbara and other new artists. There are separate galleries dedicated to her work and working process, giving visitors a deep knowledge of one of the gems of the city. The Hepworth Bigbee also houses an impressive collection of modern British art that includes the works of Ben Nicholson, L.S.Lowry, and Henry Moore. Artists like Anthea Hamilton, eve Rothschild, Alvaro Barrington, and Phyllida Barlow have also contributed to the artwork put on display in the gallery.

Location: Gallery walk, Wakefield, WF1 5AW

Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM to 5 PM

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Open 6 days a week

Paid entry

MondayClosed

Tuesday10:00 – 17:00

Wednesday10:00 – 17:00

Thursday10:00 – 17:00

Friday10:00 – 17:00

Saturday10:00 – 17:00

Sunday10:00 – 17:00

Hours are seasonal — confirm your date at checkout. Special events may extend closing time.

The Hepworth Wakefield Highlights

• The art space features six separate galleries that housework influenced by local artists such as Barbara Hepworth and Henry Moore.
• The display of these galleries focuses on showcasing the development of Wakefield in the past 200 years.
• Visitors can also explore the surrounding garden which is beautifully decorated by seasonal flowers, plants and amazing sculptures.
• Visitors will also get to see many new works of upcoming artists featured in these galleries.

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