We our in changeover. Main gallery re-opens 17 May 2025.
In the meantime, please enjoy our free displays downstairs, the Family Room, Café and Shop. Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 5pm
Address
Royal West of England Academy, Queen’s Road, Bristol BS8 1PX
Hours
Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 5pm
Please note changes to our usual opening times.
What's on
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Art Exhibitions
Come and enjoy our varied programme of ticketed and free exhibitions running throughout the year. The RWA brings together a unique blend of world-class modern and historic art all under one roof. Invest in an Art Pass and for only £18 you can enjoy year-long entry into all our ticketed exhibitions.
Events
Experience art exhibitions, events, art classes and family workshops at Bristol's first art gallery and across the city
Courses and Workshops
The RWA Drawing School hosts a wide variety of art workshops and courses for all creative abilities in our new Drawing Studio and on Zoom. Subscribe to the Drawing School newsletter to be first to know about our latest classes.
Children and Families
Art activities for kids of all ages! Get creative with painting, drawing and making at the RWA, Bristol's first art gallery. Subscribe to our Family newsletter and never miss a thing.
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Upcoming Events
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Four Seasons
11 March - 04 May 2025
New works exploring the nature of painting, time, seasonal cycles and beauty
Artist Network Exhibition 2025
26 March - 11 May 2025
A group exhibition featuring work by members of the RWA Artist Network
