Orleans House Gallery
Orleans House Gallery, Art museum in Twickenham, England
Orleans House Gallery is an art museum housed in a Grade I listed Palladian building with riverside views in Twickenham. The building features a distinctive Baroque Octagon Room with windows overlooking the Thames, which serves as both exhibition space and elegant gathering place.
Architects John James and James Gibbs designed the building as a private residence in Palladian style during the 18th century. It became a public art museum in 1972 after restoration work returned it to public use.
The gallery reflects the artistic identity of Richmond Borough through collections linked to local heritage and contemporary artists. Works displayed here shape how visitors understand the character of this riverside community.
Entry is free and the space is open several days a week, making it easy to visit spontaneously. The riverside location makes it simple to combine a visit with walks along the Thames embankment.
The Octagon Room functions both as an exhibition space and as a licensed venue for weddings and private events, giving it a dual role rarely found in small galleries. This dual use keeps the historic room active beyond traditional museum functions.
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