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Best Sights & Activities -(Art Museums)
Laing Art Gallery
(Sights & Activities - Art Museums)
New Bridge St, Beamish
Newcastle upon Tyne UK NE1 8AG
191-232-7734
Description:
CITY CENTER. This establishment is one of the top art museums in the region. A wide variety of items including watercolors, sculptures, paintings, and costumes is on display. Some of the most popular items on display are "The Breton Shepardess" by Gaugin, and several pieces by John Martin, a popular English artist. Special programs consist of lunchtime talks, children's activities, and workshops for budding artists. Gallery tours are offered only on Saturdays.

The Hatton Gallery
(Sights & Activities - Art Museums)

Newcastle upon Tyne UK NE1 7RU
191-222-6059
Description:
This gallery, a part of Newcastle University, is connected to the Fine Arts Department. It regularly hosts a number of well known and up-and-coming artists' works. This spacious gallery is home to the Kurt Schwitter's famous work called the "Merzbarn." Other permanent exhibits cover a broad spectrum, ranging from West African Art to British watercolors. Group visits are asked to call in advance. Facilities for the disabled are not available.

The Long Gallery
(Sights & Activities - Art Museums)
Fine Art Dept, The Quadrangle
Newcastle upon Tyne UK NE2 4QR
191- 222- 6047
Description:
This intriguing gallery regularly displays works by professors and students from the University of Newcastle. This establishment is highly regarded by locals and visitors alike for the wide variety of styles that are presented.#13;#10;