Art belongs to everyone, everywhere. But too often, the decisions how it’s shared, and who it’s for… don’t.
That’s beginning to change.
We’re working with the National Gallery on something big and sector-leading: a five-year journey to bring the UK public into the heart of its future. Not just as visitors, but as collaborators.
It starts with a Citizens’ Assembly — 50 people from across the UK, reflecting the richness and complexity of all four nations.
The Citizens’ Assembly provides a platform for deep, reflective engagement, fostering a genuine sense of ownership among the public.
We’re excited to see where that takes them: and how that progresses not only the Gallery, but also the sector. We look forward to seeing how it impacts their role, their relevance and about what it means to be a national Gallery in a time that demands openness, honesty, and imagination.
Participants won’t just share feedback. They’ll share a vision for the future of The National Gallery.
Because public art needs public input. And the best galleries don’t just house masterpieces — they host conversations.
This isn’t a consultation — it's a collaboration.
It’s a commitment to the idea that culture works best when everyone has a hand in making it.
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