Based in Margate, we host an ever-changing programme of free exhibitions by international artists whose work speaks to current issues and ideas. We're an arts charity dedicated to nurturing our vibrant coastal community.
What’s on
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ExhibitionsResistance
Sat 22 Feb–Sun 1 Jun 2025Free entryCurated by acclaimed artist and filmmaker Steve McQueen. Meet the ordinary people who fought for change in an exhibition exploring how protest shaped Britain and photography shaped protest.
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DisplaysTurner 250: Breaking Waves
8 Apr 2025–Apr 2026Free entryJoin us to see JMW Turner’s oil sketch 'Waves Breaking on a Lee Shore at Margate (Study for ‘Rockets and Blue Lights’)' at Turner, part of a year-long festival celebrating 250 years since the artist's birth.
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CommissionsSunley Gallery Commission 2025
Fri 2 May–Sun 21 Sep 2025Free entryThis summer, artist Cassi Namoda transforms our iconic Sunley Gallery windows overlooking Margate’s beaches and the North Sea.
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ExhibitionsI Never Stopped Loving You
Since 2010Outdoor artworkTracey Emin's love letter to her hometown lights up Droit House on the Harbour arm. I Never Stopped Loving You uses Emin's own handwriting moulded in pink neon to reflect her feelings across the main sands to Margate.
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ExhibitionsChalk Stream
22 Feb–1 Jun 2025Free entryMake your mark in our Clore Learning Studio with the Chalk Stream. Our Clore Learning Studio has been transformed into a Chalk Stream. Designed for play, alongside the children’s art library of over 400 books and regular workshop programme.
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Workshops & CoursesArt Rebels: Camera Obscura
Saturdays & Sundays, 2.30–4.30pmFree, drop-inCome and create at our free, drop-in family workshops for ages 12 and under.
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Plan your visit
Wherever you're visiting from, we've gathered together everything you need to enjoy your day.
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Your donations can help support artists to realise exciting new exhibitions and inspire over 300,000 people each year with free access to art and creative activities.
Learning through art
Our learning programme empowers people to explore art and exhibitions in new ways, fostering creativity, building confidence, and bringing communities together.
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Venue hire
Host your event within our stunning, Sir David Chipperfield-designed gallery in the heart of Margate’s vibrant arts scene.
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Shop
Browse our shop and find something you’ll love—every purchase helps support our mission and makes a real impact.
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Café and Restaurant - Louie On Sea
Introducing Louie On Sea – presenting a café by day evening chef residencies by night, with aperitivi and music in between.
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