Laing Art Gallery

The Laing Art Gallery is home to an important collection of fine and decorative art. Our permanent collection and temporary exhibitions feature historic and contemporary art from internationally renowned artists.

Visiting Laing Art Gallery

Hands on art!

Schools services:

  • Visits

    Encourage learning opportunities by visiting one of our exciting venues. more

  • Workshops

    Use these pages to explore our cross curricular programmes at all key stages. more

  • Loan Boxes

    Free object loans service for schools! Please make sure you enquire at least two weeks in advance. more

  • Downloads

    Hazard Identification Sheets, Teachers Packs and resources to help your visit. more

Venue News


  • 25 January 2012

    ART-iculate

    A secondary schools project inspired by Lines of Flight: Mervyn Peake, the Illustrated Work more

More News

Did you know..?

Hydro Electricity

In 1878 William Armstrong was the first person in the world to light his house in Cragside, using hydro electricity.