The Laing Art Gallery
The Laing Art Gallery is situated in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, only five minutes from its busy shopping district. It was founded in 1901 by Alexander Laing, a Scottish wine and spirit merchant who wanted to give something back to the city in which he had made his Fortune.
The Laing is home to an impressive collection of art and sculpture and its exhibition programme is renowned for bringing the biggest names in historic, modern and contemporary art to the North East. The Gallery has a packed programme of free events including gallery talks, family activities and artists’ events.
The Laing is home to an impressive collection of art and sculpture and its exhibition programme is renowned for bringing the biggest names in historic, modern and contemporary art to the North East.
The Gallery has a packed programme of free events which include gallery talks, family activities and artists’ events.
The impressive permanent collection can be enjoyed throughout the season with dynamic landscapes by John Martin and sculpture by Henry Moore. There are events throughout the year including talks from leading contemporary artists and fun activities for families. Many of these events, like the gallery, are free of charge.
The works on show change regularly to show the impressive range of art in the collection so please contact the gallery if you wish to see a particular piece of work.
Visit the Things to See and Do pages to find out more about the Laing's current exhibitions and events.
The Laing Art Gallery is managed by Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums on behalf of Newcastle City Council.
VISITORS INFORMATION:
Opening Hours
Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 2pm - 5pm
Closed: 25 & 26 December & 1 January.
Admission is free
By public Transport
The Laing Art Gallery is situated in the heart of Newcastle City Centre and is only a five minute walk from Monument Metro station. The Gallery is well signposted from the station.
By Car
The Laing Art Gallery is just off the A167 (M) on New Bridge Street and John Dobson Street in Newcastle City Centre.
Parking is available behind the Gallery and at the nearby NCP car park. Spaces are limited and charges are around £1- £2 per hour.
Facilities
The Laing Art Gallery has the following facilities for visitors:
Level access
Lift available
Accessible toilets
Male and female toilet facilities
Assistance available if required
Facilities for deaf and hard of hearing people
Facilities for blind and partially sighted people
Assistance and Guide dogs admitted
Baby changing facilities
Gift shop
Café serving hot and cold meals
Address:
Laing Art Gallery
New Bridge Street,
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 8AG