Turner Contemporary

Turner Contemporary is Margate's stunning new gallery, designed by David Chipperfield and situated on the seafront, on the same site where JMW Turner stayed during his many visits to the town.

Since opening in April 2011, the gallery has attracted over 380,000 visitors and is the largest exhibition space in the South East, outside of London.

Turner Contemporary's rich rolling programme of exhibitions and events draws on JMW Turner's association with the town, his sense of enquiry and makes new, intriguing connections between art from 1750 to the present day.

The gallery is at the forefront of Margate’s important revival as Kent’s new cultural heart.

2012 exhibition programme:

Hamish Fulton: Walk 17 Jan - 7 May

Turner and the Elements 28 Jan - 13 May

She Lay Down Deep Beneath the Sea:
Tracey Emin at Turner Contemporary 26 May - 23 Sept

Alex Katz: Give Me Tomorrow 6 Oct - 13 Jan 2013

For more information visit the website www.turnercontemporary.org

"'The site is spectacular … the subtle play of light, sky and sea inside and outside is exhilarating, even euphoric.'
Burlington magazine

'Turner Contemporary has put this neglected seaside resort back on the map.'
The Times, Cool Weekend Guide

Additional info

Turner Contemporary is fully accessible for visitors, with a ramp to the main entrance and café, as well as an internal lift to all upper floor galleries.

Seven disabled parking spaces are available on the piazza at the front of the gallery, as signposted.

Turner Contemporary Café is open Tuesday to Sunday 10am - 6pm, serving delicious hot and cold food and drinks, locally sourced where possible.