Best art galleries in Margate
Margate is well known for Turner Contemporary but there are loads more galleries to explore in Margate and Cliftonville - featuring both established and up and coming artists. Here are some of the best….
Carl Freedman
Tracey Emin’s former boyfriend and collaborator has renovated the old Thanet Press print work site to create a spacious modern gallery with an innovative roster of artists. Located on Union Crescent just below Cecil Square and a short walk from Margate Old Town.
https://carlfreedman.com/
Pie Factory
Located in the heart of Margate Old Town this space is hired out as a venue for exhibitions and events, often hosting week long exhibitions by local artists and groups. It is always worth popping in if you are ambling around the old town.
https://piefactorymargate.co.uk
Kill me Now
Open at the weekend and by appointment, this gallery specialises in graphic art prints, t-shirts and ephemera such as playing cards and one off ceramics. Great if you are looking for something special to display in your home.
https://www.instagram.com/kill_me_now_gallery
The Lido Stores
A wonderful artist makers shop and gallery directly opposite the Lido smoke stack. Rotating exhibitions feature small scale paintings stacked high up the walls - there’s always something intriguing on show, and plenty of other delightful handmade and one off goods to buy. Located on the seafront amongst other wonderful independent shops and bars.
https://www.instagram.com/lido_stores_margate
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Quench Gallery
Open Friday - Sunday or by appointment, this new-ish Cliftonville gallery features up and coming artists and curators. Run by artists Lindsey Mendick and Guy Oliver. Also hosting screenings, performances and pop ups.
https://www.quenchgallery.co.uk/quenchshop
Joseph Wales
Located on the hill between Margate Old Town and Cliftonville, this gallery space hosts a variety of events and exhibitions, many featuring local artists.
https://www.instagram.com/_josephwales_/
The Eclectic Art Gallery
A small but personality packed space supporting local artists and makers in the heart of Margate Old Town, often with reams of prints spilling out into the street and one of the many artists manning the tills. Part of Shoreline, also hosting workshops and events.
https://shorelinepartners.co.uk/the-eclectic-art-gallery-margate/
DIG Gallery
A space for artist Deborah Gilbert to both create and show her work, on the Canterbury Road in Westbrook. Also hosting workshops and pop ups for other artists.
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