The RWA Annual Open Exhibition is one of the UK’s most prestigious open-submission exhibitions, back for its 172nd year.
The RWA Annual Open Exhibition is a celebration of the best in contemporary art, welcoming artists at all stages of their careers. Now in its 172nd year, this highly anticipated event provides a platform for emerging and established artists to exhibit their work in the RWA’s stunning Grade II*-listed galleries.
As a completely open call, this year's exhibition will feature over 500 artworks including photography, film, drawing, architectural models, painting, sculpture, textiles, ceramics, print and much more.
All artworks are for sale at the gallery and online.
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Visitor information
Address
Queen's Road, Bristol, Greater Bristol, BS8 1PX
01179 735129
Opening times
Join us in our transformed building from May 2022.
Exclusions and safety measures
Reopening after major refurbishment on 2 May 2022. Facilities now include large new lift; expanded cafe; family-friendly activity space; changing places toilet facility; free-to-access spaces on all floors. Admission charged for major exhibitions; half price for Art Fund members and free for all under 21s and all students.
