Talbot Rice Gallery

Talbot Rice Gallery

Talbot Rice Gallery is the public art gallery of The University of Edinburgh.
Established in 1975, it is named after David Talbot Rice, Professor of Fine Art (1934 – 1972). Talbot Rice Gallery is one of Scotland’s leading public galleries of contemporary visual art. Rooted in an academic situation, the gallery plays a key role in the cultural life of the city, drawing a local, national and international audience to a dynamic programme of exhibitions and events.

White Gallery
The White Gallery is the main exhibition space at Talbot Rice; it’s scale and architecture provide an inspirational venue to view a changing programme of exhibitions. The gallery has a commitment to presenting the work of contemporary Scottish and International artists through solo, retrospective, and thematic exhibitions.        

Georgian Gallery
A fine room originally designed by William Playfair to house the University’s natural history collection. This gallery was refurbished in 2009 and now presents a programme of temporary exhibitions.        

Round Room
The round room is a unique architectural space, which links the White and Georgian galleries on the upper level. Throughout the year the space offers installations and experimental projects in conjunction with the White Gallery programme.

VISITORS INFORMATION:

Opening Hours
Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm.

Admission Free
Please contact the gallery for Edinburgh Festival and Christmas opening times.
Please note that The Georgian Gallery is also used for private functions and events. Please call in advance to check that this gallery is open.

Address :
Talbot Rice Gallery
The University of Edinburgh
Old College, South Bridge
Edinburgh
EH8 9YL