Since Wakefield’s art collection was established in 1923 it has had an aim of nurturing an understanding of contemporary art and its relation to modern life. The Hepworth Wakefield continues to develop the collection with this aim, showing how art can help us understand and explore current lived experiences.
We place artists at the heart of what we do, supporting local and international talent through our exhibitions, learning and public programmes. Recent acquisitions include work by Anthea Hamilton and Veronica Ryan.
