camden art centre
It’s a place to see, to make, to learn and to talk about contemporary art,
whether in our building, attending off-site projects or via our digital forums.
Camden Art Centre was originally built as a public library and now combines
historic architecture with open, modern spaces, a café, bookshop and secluded
garden, with free entry for all. Through our programme of exhibitions, learning,
courses, events and residencies, we invite everyone to engage with art and the
people that make it – to push boundaries and connect to their own creativity.
Our off-site projects share our work with diverse communities and our digital,
publishing and broadcast platforms help us connect art, artists and people in
ever more immediate and interesting ways. As a charity rooted in our North West
London community, we foster a sense of belonging in our spaces. Working closely
with local schools, community groups and specialist partners we nurture the next
generation of artists, from early years to adulthood, enabling everyone to get
up close to art, to meet artists and to make work themselves. Our targeted
programmes and sector leadership increase our impact, bringing the arts to those
most in need. Much loved by our communities, for over 50 years Camden Art Centre
has always worked ahead of the curve, giving early support and exposure to
important artists from the UK and abroad including Martin Creed, Kerry James
Marshall, Kara Walker, Sophie Calle, Yinka Shonibare, Mike Nelson and Mary
Heilmann. We support artists at every stage of their careers, enabling them to
make and show work that is relevant for today: brave, challenging, engaging and
vital.
