Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Art Gallery, Art gallery and museum in Aberdeen, Scotland.
Aberdeen Art Gallery displays paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts across multiple floors, offering an overview of art through the centuries. The building provides ample space to explore and spend time with the works.
The gallery was established in 1885 and became a significant venue for viewing art in the city. After a major renovation between 2015 and 2019, it gained expanded exhibition spaces and improved visitor amenities.
The collection presents works by Scottish artists such as Henry Raeburn and Joan Eardley alongside international creators including Barbara Hepworth and Claude Monet. You can experience this mix of artistic perspectives from different periods and countries as you move through the galleries.
The building is centrally located in Aberdeen and easy to reach. Plan to have enough time to explore the different floors at your own pace.
The museum received Art Fund Museum of the Year recognition in 2020, highlighting its special role in preserving and presenting artworks. This award reflects how seriously the institution takes its mission of making art treasures accessible to everyone.
Location: Aberdeen City
Location: Aberdeen
Inception: 1885
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Part of: Aberdeen Archives, Gallery and Museums
Address: Arts & Recreation Department, Schoolhill, Aberdeen AB10 1FQ
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-17:00; Sunday 11:00-16:00
Phone: +443000200293
Website: https://aberdeencity.gov.uk/AAGM/plan-your-visit/aberdeen-art-gallery
GPS coordinates: 57.14819,-2.10271
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40
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