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Hepworth Wakefield: Building work finishes on landmark art gallery


Published on Wednesday 24 February 2010 12:14

Building work has finished on a stunning new £26m landmark art gallery in Wakefield.

All major construction is complete at the Hepworth Wakefield, on the banks of the River Calder in the city's historic waterfront.

The purpose-built galleries, learning centre, caf, shop and 100-seat auditorium will be fitted out this Spring.

When the gallery opens in spring 2011, it will be one of the largest purpose-built galleries outside London and will feature 30 sculptures by internationally renowned Wakefield-born sculptor Barbara Hepworth.

The sculptures have been donated by the Hepworth Estate.

A team of curators are working with galleries, including the Tate

gallery in London, to loan exhibits to complement the Hepworth's collection.

The Wakefield Council-led project has been designed by award-winning David Chipperfield Architects and constructed by Laing O'Rourke.

Coun Denise Jeffrey, deputy leader of Wakefield Council, said: "We're delighted to see this ambitious project near completion.

"The internal spaces are truly inspiring and we can't wait to see works of art on display in the galleries.

"Chipperfield has given us a stunning building that will give the city an enormous sense of pride."

Simon Wallis, director of the Hepworth Wakefield, said: "This is another major milestone as we now prepare our opening collection, displays, exhibitions and education programme."

Dan Doherty, director of Laing O'Rourke Construction North, said: "This iconic gallery stands to enhance Wakefield's reputation as a capital for art and culture in the North of England."


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