Serpentine Galleries, Contemporary art gallery in Kensington Gardens, London, England
The Serpentine Galleries comprise two exhibition spaces located on opposite sides of the Serpentine Bridge, displaying modern and contemporary artworks throughout the year.
Founded by the Arts Council of Great Britain in 1970, the galleries transformed a former tea pavilion into an international contemporary art destination.
The galleries organize exhibitions, architectural installations, and digital projects that connect international artists with London's art community through rotating exhibitions.
Both galleries remain open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00, offering free admission and guided tours in multiple languages.
Each summer since 2000, the Serpentine commissions an architect to design a temporary pavilion, creating an annual architectural landmark in Kensington Gardens.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1970
Founders: Arts Council of Great Britain
Architects: Zaha Hadid, James Grey West
Address: Serpentine North Gallery, West Carriage Drive, London W2 2AR
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday,Holidays 10:00-18:00; Monday off
Website: http://serpentinegalleries.org
GPS coordinates: 51.50470,-0.17505
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:54
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