Art galleries are inspiring places full of creativity and thoughtful pieces. South London is a hub of incredible artwork made by local artists that need your support right now! Whether you’re looking to purchase a piece to spruce up your home or simply want to surround yourself with art, here’s 11 South London art galleries now open!
Gallery Seventeen
Visit in store or order online for delivery
20 High St, Beckenham BR3 1AY
Gallery Seventeen is now open for the community to safely browse their stunning collection of contemporary art to view and purchase. Locals flock to this artists hub for their expert framing services, which you can call 0208 658 1788 to book an appointment. Their customer service is always top notch, with the staff beyond excited to see familiar faces again who love art as much as they do. Bring along your South London Club card and receive 5% off framing & 10% off framing orders over £100!
Gallery Seventeen
198 Gallery
Online events via website
198 Railton Rd, Brixton, London SE24 0JT
The 198 Gallery needs your support in their online events to keep their artists community thriving safely. The 198 Gallery is embedded in the community and has a strong commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion. By encouraging young people, particularly from ethnically diverse backgrounds, to express themselves freely and by providing them with the means to communicate their thoughts and ideas through art. Keep an eye on their social media for all the updates, as it was announced that they are participating in the online Lambeth Heritage Festival! This gallery are proud members of our South London Club card scheme!
White Cube
Online exhibitions via website and book for social distanced visit
144-152, Bermondsey St, Bermondsey, London SE1 3TQ
The White Cube in Bermondsey is now open for bookable appointments to view their stunning art pieces in person. Their current online exhibition is Babel, which will explore the power of communication and language. With its bright and minimalist design, this gallery truly lets you focus on the art around you to feel fully immersed. Stay updated on their social media for more announcements of future exhibitions!
White Cube
Dulwich Picture Gallery
Digital events via website and gardens/pop-up shop open Tuesday-Saturday
Gallery Rd, Dulwich, London SE21 7AD
Dulwich Picture Gallery is a beloved landmark of South London that we don’t want to see going anytime soon! This art gallery is an independent charity who desperately needs your support to open to the public safely soon. Any donations made through their website are thoroughly appreciated and will go straight to help support the gallery. In the meantime, you can also support the gallery by taking part in their online events and exhibitions, like the British Surrealism virtual exhibition running until 1st November. Check out our deep dive into the history of this beautiful gallery here.
Dulwich Picture Gallery
Ben Oakley Gallery
Visit with social distancing
9 Greenwich Market, Turnpin Ln, Greenwich Peninsula, London SE10 9JA
Ben Oak Gallery is still bursting with creative energy, having recently announced their brand new exhibition show ‘Until Further Notice’, a two person show running from the 11th September to 4th October 2020, starring Jo Peel & Mark McClure. They have rigid social distancing measures in place so rest assured you will be as safe as you can be watching the show. All artists and exhibitions are managed by local artist and entrepreneur himself Ben Oakley who is passionate to show off local talent. Use your South London Club card and receive 5%-10% off artwork!
Ben Oakley Gallery
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Matt’s Gallery
Book an appointment to visit with social distancing
92 Webster Rd, Bermondsey, London SE16 4DF
Matt’s Gallery in Bermondsey is now open and hosting some incredible exhibitions for locals to see. Their latest exhibition is titled ‘The Listening Thing’ by Annie Whiles, where you’ll see wood carvings, drawings and embroideries from experiences by the artist, using photographs that explore the senses: this event will be running until 31st October!
Matt's Gallery artist Melanie Jackson & Esther Leslie, Prof. of Political Aesthetics at Birkbeck, London, will be part of first phase of the 39th EVA International Guest Programme @eva_Limerick
— Matt's Gallery (@MattsGallery) August 27, 2020
18 Sept - 15 Nov 2020
More info at https://t.co/CyQ1gp3M1v pic.twitter.com/9Ajpas4mYP
Bermondsey Project Space
Book an appointment to visit with social distancing
183, 185 Bermondsey St, Bermondsey, London SE1 3UW
Bermondsey Project Space has several exhibitions running throughout September, including Alan Rankle: Selected Works 1998 – 2020 (1 – 12 September 2020) and Freya Nash: Thresholds (15 – 19 September 2020). Rankle is known for his large scale paintings depicting incredibly designed landscapes, drawing inspiration from diverse cultures and periods. Freya Nash’s work will take you on a journey through thresholds, doorways and new beginnings as you view her innovative, performative paintings.
Bermondsey Project Space
Bankside Gallery
Visit with social distancing or order from online store
48 Hopton St, London SE1 9JH
Bankside Gallery is back open for eager art enthusiasts to feel immersed once again. Their current exhibition, Summer At Bankside, is running until 27th September, showcasing some amazing and talented local artists, giving them the vital support they need right now. You can purchase artwork both online and in the gallery, as well as visit their bookshop safely, with social distancing and a one-way system in place.
Bankside Gallery
Hayward Gallery
Visit with social distancing
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Rd, Bishop's, London SE1 8XX
The Hayward Gallery is now open and running their current exhibition ‘Among The Trees’. Among The Trees is an on-going exhibition that immerses you in the natural power of art, as you see pieces that explore the relationship between us and the forest, including its role within our imaginations and how it fuels our creativity. Explore work inspired by Colombian rainforests to Japanese islands, taking you on a worldwide journey of nature!
Tate Modern
Visit with social distancing
Bankside, London SE1 9TG
Best known for its experimental style, the Tate Modern is a local favourite for good reason. Their entry remains free, with an incredible range of unique artists celebrating the freedom that comes with art. Some of the current exhibitions taking place are British Art 1930 - Now and Aubrey Beardsley, which will feature the largest collection of this artist’s drawings for 50 years. Be sure to keep updated on their website for more announcements on upcoming exhibitions to explore!
Tate
South London Gallery
Visit with social distancing
65 Peckham Rd, London SE5 8UH
Described as one of the coolest art venues in London, the South London Gallery is keeping their timetables full with exciting exhibitions and events to enthuse local artists and art lovers alike. Their current exhibition is Sophie Cundale: The Near Room, where Cundale showcases a film screening of her independent artistic film exploring the supernatural experiences of a professional boxer. The gallery is also hosting online film screenings, online workshops and the Abbas Zahedi exhibition titled How To Make A How From A Why?
South London Gallery
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