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Art Fund Museum of the Year 2026
Art Fund
About the Open Call
Applications are open for the Art Fund Museum of the Year 2026. The prize champions the work of UK museums, galleries, historic places, libraries, and archives. It seeks to recognize institutions that contribute to a connected future through community engagement and innovative projects spotlighting staff, volunteers, artists, and visitors. The prize shortlists five outstanding museums each year, aiming to encourage visitation and celebrate the cultural impact of these institutions.
What is Offered
Recognition as Museum of the Year, inclusion in the prize shortlist, and significant media coverage and public exposure.
Requirements
Applicants must be a UK-based public museum, gallery, historic place, library, or archive with physical spaces open to the public for experiencing visual arts or other object-based collections.
How to Apply
Eligible museums and galleries can apply online through the Art Fund professional funding portal.
Key Information
Location
United Kingdom
Categories
Compensation
paid
This call is no longer accepting applications.