Various dates, see below
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Cosmos: The Art of Observing Space

24 January – 19 April 2026

A major art and science exhibition celebrating our enduring fascination with space. Bringing together contemporary and historic artists, the exhibition features an extraordinary range of work inspired by the cosmos.

 
Discover breathtaking pieces by leading names such as Yinka Shonibare RA, Christopher LeBrun RA, and RWA Academicians, alongside emerging voices exploring the mysteries of the universe through paint, sculpture, installation and digital media.  The exhibition also includes work by Annie Cattrell RSA and Murdo Macdonald HRSA.
 

 

Celebrating Together: RSA/RWA

3 November 2026 - 11 January 2027

An exhibition of work from the last 200 years by past and present Academicians of the RSA and RWA, in celebration of the RSA's 200th anniversary.

 

This exhibition connects past and present Academicians of the RSA and RWA, in celebration of the RSA's 200th anniversary. It is curated by Janette Kerr HRSA PPRWA, and includes contemporary pieces by artists working in the South West and with strong connections to Scotland including Gareth Fisher PRSA RWA (Hon), Midge Naylor RWA and Will Maw RWA. Works from the RWA Collection will also be on display by artists including Anne Redpath RSA and Ian Fleming RSA. The exhibition is free to access in the Academicians' Kenny Gallery at the RWA in Bristol.

 

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Banner image: RWA in the Sun, RWA and Alastair Brooke

  • About the Royal West of England Academy

    About the Royal West of England Academy

    The Royal West of England Academy is Bristol's oldest art gallery. Our mission is to foster lifelong journeys with art. We bring worldclass art and architecture to the Southwest, showcase artistic talent across the region and support artists at every stage of their journey. We are the UK's only Royal Academy of Art housed in its own, original, purpose-built Grade II* Listed gallery. As custodians of a heritage building we are committed to caring for and maintaining this important civic and cultural asset.