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Cooper Gallery
Church Street
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S70 2AH
Opening Times:
Mon - Fri 10.00am - 4.00pm
Sat 10.00am - 3.00pm
Sun - Closed
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Description:
The Cooper Gallery is set in an historic building in the centre of Barnsley. It has a fine collection of mainly 17th to 20th Century art owned by the Trustees of the Cooper Gallery. Gems include work by artists such as JMW Turner, Paul Nash, Henry Moore, John Atkinson Grimshaw and a wonderful collection of seascapes by Louis Gabriel - Eugene Isabey. The collection is exhibited thematically, changing three times a year. This is complemented by an exciting programme of contemporary exhibitions, featuring work by international, national and local artists.
It also holds the South Yorkshire Open Art exhibition every April.
Contact Details:
Jemma Conway
Learning Officer
Culture and Creative Industries
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
Tel: 01226 242905
Email:jemmaconway@barnsley.gov.uk
Learning Programmes:
Educational activities at the Cooper Gallery include informal family and adult based workshops, and school visits. How can I find out more? Please contact the Learning Officer.
Specialisms:
The craft showcase displays a range of artist designed and made crafts including jewellery, ceramics, textiles and pictures.
