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Open Tue–Sat 11am–4pm
Closed Sun–Mon and Bank Holidays
Graves Gallery
(Above the Central Library)
Surrey Street
Sheffield
S1 1XZ
Our current collection displays introduce approaches to colour and form, identity, portraiture and the human figure, and alternative perspectives on our recognised histories. Across the galleries themes are explored through paintings, sculpture, photography, video, installation and works on paper from the city’s collection, complemented by a number of key loans.
You’ll see work by artists including David Hockney, John Hoyland, Tess Jaray, Claudette Johnson, Keith Piper, Bridget Riley, Lesley Sanderson, Marc Quinn, JMW Turner and many more, alongside a vibrant programme of regularly changing exhibitions.
In 2021, the Graves Gallery began a five-year programme of redisplay generously supported by the Ampersand Foundation. Each year, 40% of the displays are rehung, allowing visitors to enjoy even more of the city’s collection.
Suggested donation £5 – please donate if you're able and help keep your museums open and available for everyone to enjoy.
Opening Times
Open Tue–Sat 11am–4pm
Closed Sun–Mon and Bank Holidays
Graves Gallery
(Above the Central Library)
Surrey Street
Sheffield
S1 1XZ
25 Jan – Sat 21 Jun 2025 | Graves Gallery
Derrick Greaves grew up in Sheffield and his early experiences here had a significant impact on the development of his painting. Art Worlds presents 20 highlights from his eight-decade career.
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Until 20 Dec 2025 | Graves Gallery
Curated by Yuen Fong Ling, this exhibition presents new work from the artist alongside highlights from Sheffield's collection to explore the ways in which the plinth can be seen as a social, political and cultural symbol.
Free Exhibition | Please Donate £5
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This collection display shines a spotlight on how artists have experimented with colour and form, with displays including work by Joseph Cutts, Naum Gabo, Tess Jaray and Bridget Riley.
Find out moreThis display, drawn from Sheffield’s collections, explores artists’ enduring fascination with depicting people
Closed for redisplay
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Just over the road at the Millennium Gallery you'll find even more exhibitions and displays, great shopping and our café, Ambulo.
Find out moreTurn your living room into a gallery and enjoy your favourite work form the collection in your own home
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