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Plan Your Visit to Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art
It is free to visit the gallery.
Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art sits inside National Glass Centre on the banks of the River Wear in Sunderland.
Our main gallery is on the ground floor. The entrance is on the side of the building – simply follow the signs down to the riverside.
Our collections space is on the first floor next to the reception area. You can get to this space by going through the Glass Centre’s main entrance.
Address
Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art
C/O National Glass Centre
Liberty Way
Sunderland
SR6 0GL
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Opening Times
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 5pm
Important Visitor Notice
From Sunday 16 March 2025, Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art and National Glass Centre will close on Sundays. This will bring it in line with the opening hours of other galleries and museums across the city. Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art and National Glass Centre remains open with our usual programme of exhibitions and activities Monday-Saturday.
Additionally, in line with the new opening hours, Glass Yard Café will also close on Sundays.
Read the full statement from University of Sunderland about the planned changes: University of Sunderland Statement
Contact Us
0191 515 5555
Email: info@nationalglasscentre.com
Getting here
Exhibitions
With exhibitions changing throughout the year, find out what will be on display for your visit.
Food & Drink
Open for breakfast and lunch, The Glass Yard is the perfect place to get together with family, friends and loved ones.
The Glass Yard is currently located on the ground floor of National Glass Centre.
Café Opening Times
Open daily from 10am – 4.30pm
Breakfast is served from 10am – 11:45am
Lunch is served from 12pm – 3:45pm
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