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Is 2024 going to be the year that you see more culture, or perhaps you’re already an ardent gallery-goer? 👀 Here’s our round-up of exhibitions you don’t want to miss. And whether you have a National Art Pass, a Student Art Pass or a Teacher Art Pass, you’ll get incredible benefits at lots of these venues and 100s more 🎟️ #nationalartpass #daysoutlondon #thingstodoinlondon

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It’s the 1 week countdown until we find out which museum will be crowned Museum of the Year by these judges! 🏆🎉 We asked our judges to share what one item they would be from some of the shortlisted museums they went to visit… 1. @jennywaldman - Painted Cabinet by Edward Brumfitt in @skiptontownhall 2. @vicknhope - Reaching Out by Thomas J Price in @nationalportraitgallery 3. John Leighton - The Flying Scotsman in @skiptontownhall 4. Anupam Ganguli - Shakey’s Great Day Out by Keith Newstead in @skiptontownhall 5. Tania Kovats - Lady Margaret Beaufort (or the bench 😉) by Meynart Weywyck in @nationalportraitgallery If you were one item from your favourite museum, what would you be? Let us know below! 👇 #museumoftheyear #nationalartpass

🤸‍♂️YOUNG V&A WITH NATIONAL ART PASS AD | Have you visited @young.vam yet? 🏆It’s one of five 5 fantastic museums in the running for the world’s biggest museum prize - the @artfund #MuseumOfTheYear award. ❤️Reopened in July 2023, the Young V&A is a great day out for families. 🙌 There’s hands-on interactives, a baby sensory space, a huge red stage to play on, fascinating exhibits and special events, like this free Manga printing workshop. 🎟️And National Art Pass holders get 50% off their Japan: Myths to Manga exhibition. 🇯🇵 It explores how folklore has influenced Japanese art, technology and design, including Pokémon and Studio Ghibli. 🔐 Unlock more great days out with a National Art Pass. 📍Young V&A, Cambridge Heath Road, London E2 9PA 🔗 Link to National Art Pass in bio 🎥 Filmed by @museummum for @artfund 🔖Save for a family day out idea 💬 Any questions about the National Art Pass, or visiting the Young V&A? #ArtFund #NationalArtPass #YoungV &A #LondonWithKids Museum of the Year | Family Friendly London | Visit London | Days Out London

The best way to entertain the family this summer ☀️ AD | If you haven’t yet paid a visit to @mcrmuseum , put it on your to do list! It’s somewhere I’ve grown up visiting, and as an adult, it’s special to now share that with my own child - particularly when an invite comes from @artfund ! Oh, and incase you haven’t heard @mcrmuseum is a finalist for the esteemed Museum of the Year award too! 🙌🏻 It’s no surprise they’re in the running for the world’s biggest museum prize though is it? From the moment you enter those 130 year old doors you are completely immersed in another world. The exhibits and collections are utterly spectacular, and whether you are a culture seeker or trying something new there is something for everyone to enjoy. Picking yourself up a National Art Pass will give you the chance to enjoy free entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic houses across the UK as well as 50% off major exhibitions 🎨 For direct links to the Museum of the year 2024 & National Art Pass be sure to view my stories. #manchestermuseum #museumoftheyear #nationalartpass #artfund

Planning a fun day out with the family? We’ve got a list of the best places to visit with kids highlights the top spots in the city that will make a fun day out for all. 🌇🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 The 9 venues on this list have all the ingredients for creating incredible memories for kids – with family-friendly exhibitions, interactive galleries and outdoor activities to burn off some energy. Better still, they all offer great family facilities – from baby changing areas to buggy parks – so you can go with peace of mind that all your needs are taken care of!🧑‍🍼 Just don’t forget to pack a National Art Pass Plus Kids to make great savings for the whole family! 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒💖 Hit the link in our bio to find the full list, as well as what perks your National Art Pass can bring you and the family. 🎟️

⭐️ LAST CHANCE ⭐️ Don’t miss out on seeing one of London’s most popular exhibitions right now: Sargent and Fashion at @tate Britain. It closes this Sunday 7th July, so get your tickets from now! National Art Pass holders get a stunning 50% off all exhibitions at the Tate so if you’re not one already… you know what to do. 🤩 (link is in our bio) Have you been to this exhibition yet? What were your thoughts? Let us know below! 👇 #tatebritain #tatemodern #johnsingersargent #sargentandfashion #londonmuseum #londonartscene

10 ✨FREE✨ museums and galleries in London 👇 Have you been to all of these? The city has an incredible selection of museums and galleries that are free at the point of entry, or with a National Art Pass. Click the link in our bio to find out what extra deals your #NationalArtPass can bag you on exhibitions, in shop or cafe! 🎟️ 1. @britishmuseum 2. @young.vam - ⭐️ Museum of the Year 2024 shortlist! 3. @nationalportraitgallery - ⭐️ Museum of the Year 2024 shortlist! 4. Eltham Palace and Gardens - 🎟️ FREE entry with National Art Pass 5. @dulwichgallery - 🎟️ FREE entry with National Art Pass 6. @leightonsambournemuseums - 🎟️ FREE entry with National Art Pass 7. @vamuseum 8. @icalondon - 🎟️ FREE entry with National Art Pass 9. @courtauld - 🎟️ FREE entry with National Art Pass 10. @tate Modern What’s your favourite London museum? Let us know below! 👇 #londonlife #londonmuseum #londongalleries #londonart #londonartgallery #londonartscene #visitlondon #artfund

Family Friendly Days out this Summer | AD Did you know that the National Art Pass @artfund gives you free or half price entry to hundreds of museums, galleries, castles and historic sites across the UK as well as discounts in cafes and gift shops with the aim to make art accessible for everyone. . Not only are there plenty of local places that the National Art Pass covers, such as Cardiff Castle, Tredegar House and Cyfarthfa Castle but also iconic places like Kensington Palace and Cutty Sark in London.  . Art is a fantastic way to tap into creativity, be inspired and boost your mental well-being as a family, it’s also fun and educational which is always a good thing.  . Personally I can’t wait to use my National Art Pass and already have plenty of days out planned for summer. . National Art Pass currently has a 3-month trial offer for £15 until 30 June and you can combine the Plus Kids add-on for just £5. That’s all summer sorted with lots of free and 50% off entry for hundreds of places. . Check out artfund.org/national-art-pass to see get the offer before it runs out . . . #artfund #nationalartpass #cardifflife #chapterartscentre #cardiffmums #daysoutuk #welshlife

It's your last chance to catch these 5 brilliant exhibitions before they're gone! 👇 Grab a friend, grab your National Art Pass and go go go! 🏃🏃🏃 1. Andrew Pierre Hart: Bio-Data Flows and Other Rhythms – A Local Story at @whitechapelgallery 🎟️FREE Discover a contemporary artist who explores connections between sound and painting to explore Whitechapel's migrant communities. 2. Wildlife Photographer of the Year at @natural_history_museum 🎟️50% off with #NationalArtPass With soundscapes, videos, expert insights and stunning photography, you’ll leave not only awe-inspired by the beauty and diversity of nature but also hopefully with a renewed drive to do what you can to protect it. 3. Jonathan Baldock: Touch Wood at @yspsculpture 🎟️FREE with #NationalArtPass Touch Wood is a joyous, sensory feast taking inspiration from medieval sculpture, sacred geometry, the seasons and folk motifs. 4. 茶, चाय, Tea (Chá, Chai, Tea) at @hornimanmuseumgardens 🎟️FREE A free exhibition exploring the history and enduring significance of tea across the world. 5. Quiet Landscapes: Landscapes & Seascapes by Dawn Harries at @cyfarthfacastle 🎟️FREE with #NationalArtPass This is a solo exhibition of oil paintings by Dawn, capturing quiet moments within the landscape. 📷 1. Courtesy the artist, Christina Holke and Tiwani 2. © Mike Korostelev, Wildlife Photographer of the Year 3. © Mark Reeves, courtesy YSP. 4. Horniman Museum and Gardens. Photographer Pat Marks 5. Dawn Harries

Just 4 days left to kick-start your summer with a 3-month trial National Art Pass! ☀️ Get your imagination going with free or half-price entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic places across the UK, plus 50% off major exhibitions. All for just £15. Trial members can combine their trial pass with a Plus One or Plus Kids add-on for just £5. Hurry! Offer ends 30 June. 👉 Head to the link in bio to get your trial pass. #NationalArtPass

Looking for things to do over the summer? Ad A National Art Pass from @artfund opens doors to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic houses for free or half price entry, as well as discounts in cafes and gift shops, making art accessible for all ages 🖼️🖌️🎨 The National Art Pass can be used locally and in places such as the Science Museum, Cardiff Castle, Kensington Palace, and loads more - there are over 900 places to discover, stimulate your brain and improve you and your families wellbeing. The £15 summer pass promo ends on 30th June, so act fast! Check out artfund.org/national-art-pass to see what’s on offer!! #artfund #artfunduk #cardiff #cardiffmums #cardiffmum #thingstodocardiff #summerholidayideas #chapterartscentre #cardiffculture #cardiffbloggers #cardiffblogs