John Hansard Gallery

The John Hansard Gallery is a contemporary art museum in Southampton housed in a modern building with multiple exhibition spaces. These rooms display rotating collections throughout the year, showcasing various forms of visual art.

The gallery was founded in 1979 as part of the University of Southampton in a former specialized research building. It moved to its current downtown location in 2018 to serve a wider public audience.

The space serves as a bridge between university research and public art experiences, where visitors encounter works that emerge directly from academic studios and appear in rotating presentations.

The building sits centrally on Above Bar Street and is easy to find on foot. The gallery is wheelchair accessible, and visitors should note that opening hours may vary depending on university schedules and special events.

The building itself is relatively recent and was designed specifically as an art venue, with flexible spaces suited for different exhibition types. This modern infrastructure allows the gallery to host ambitious and experimental projects that might not fit in traditional museum settings.

Location: Southampton

Inception: 1979

Official opening: 1979

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-17:00

Website: http://jhg.art

GPS coordinates: 50.93620,-1.39940

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:42