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The RWA (Royal West of England Academy) is now open following its Light and Inspiration renovation project.
Royal West of England Academy (RWA) is self-supporting, independent charity (1070163). The venue is proud to bring world-class visual art from around the world to Bristol and has done so since 1844. Located in a spectacular Grade II* listed building in the heart of the city, the building has recently undergone a £4.1m transformation – opening up access for all. It provides opportunities for everybody to get creative and feel inspired.
RWA is unique not just in Bristol, but in the UK, in being a purpose-built Royal Academy of Art: somewhere that not only exhibits great art, but that also nurtures new talent for the future, and does so using one of the most beautiful exhibition spaces in the country.
The RWA is a registered museum and independent charity. It receives no major core funding from local or national government, so there is a modest entry charge for main exhibitions. The Café, Family Activity Space, Shop and Kenny Gallery are free to enter.
Facilities
Other
- Gift Shop
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Changing Places Toilet
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp to main entrance
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Establishment Features
- Cater for groups
- Event venue
Key Features
- Celebrity connection
- Film or TV location
- Indoor Attraction
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
Parking & Transport
- On Bus Route
Map & Directions
Road Directions
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Public Transport Directions
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