Locate attractions to visit including theme amusement parks,
adventure parks, arts, crafts, picture galleries, cultural attractions and
castles, living history attractions, ancient monuments, houses and gardens and
museums to visit throughout the whole of the North East.
Gateshead Northumberland. Tel 0191 478 1810 An ever changing
calendar of exhibitions and activities that give a unique and compelling insight
into contemporary artistic practice. The programme ranges from blockbuster
exhibitions to innovative new work and projects created by artists working.
Newgate Co Durham. Tel 01833 690606 The Bowes was designed and
purpose-built as a public art gallery by the French architect Jules Pellechet.
It opened in 1892. The Museum has public galleries on three floors. The museum
hosts a series of touring shows from around the world, there's something new
each time.
South Shields Tyne & Wear. Tel 0191 456 8740 Our museum
includes the new tales of south Tyneside gallery, exploring local history during
the life and times of Catherine Cookson. A very large exhibition area,
activities room and an art gallery which features many museum paintings with
hands-on displays.
Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne & Wear. Tel 0191 232 7734 An
inspiring temporary exhibition programme includes historic, modern and
contemporary art works by internationally celebrated artists. The gallery
provides a welcoming environment and has an impressive collection of fine and
decorative art to explore.
Gateshead Tyne & Wear. Tel 0191 477 1495 Relax, unwind and
discover the fantastic range of arts and crafts on show in the friendly
surroundings of the art gallery. Home to the broadest range of contemporary
craft as well a spectacular collection of fine art including William Irving's
painting The Blaydon Races.
Sunderland Tyne & Wear. Tel 0191 553 2323 The Art Gallery
features paintings by L S Lowry alongside Victorian masterpieces and artefacts
from the four corners of the world. The stunning Winter Gardens stimulates the
senses with over 1500 flowers and plants brought together in a spectacular
showcase of beuty.
