Event - University Art Collection

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This tour will have an exclusive look at some of the artwork and archival documents from the University of York’s art collection. With over 900 artworks all over the campus, the university overflows with art. There are many new displays and exhibitions popping up around various departments. During this tour, the university art curator, Helena Cox will talk about a selection of paintings, etchings from the collection, as well as the rich history and hopeful future of art on campus. This will be a rare opportunity to have a closer look at artworks not normally on display and to see some fascinating documents relating to the art collection.

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Friends of York Art Gallery

The Friends aim to raise funds from members' subscriptions, donations and organising educational visits, functions and parties, in order to aid the development and conservation of the York Art Gallery Collection and to sponsor activities to further the appreciation of fine arts in York and its immediate surrounds.

When

From the 22nd July 2025 at 2:00 PM.

Where

University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD

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