Museums · Mid Wales
Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries
In or near Llanilar.
Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries — university museum in Wales, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Vale of Rheidol · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries is a museum in Mid Wales. Built or established in 1872, it dates from the Victorian period. Operated by Aberystwyth University. It sits within the Ceredigion Preseli parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Vale of Rheidol, about 0.2 km away. Postcode area SY23.
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Official information
The Aberystwyth University School of Art Museum and Galleries showcases a diverse collection of art and artifacts, including contemporary works and historical pieces. Visitors can explore various exhibitions and engage with the university's artistic community.
Place summary
Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries is located in Aberystwyth, Mid Wales. Established in 1872, this Victorian museum is owned and operated by Aberystwyth University. It houses a collection focused on art and design, reflecting the institution's educational mission.
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- Coordinates
- 52.4135, -4.0775
- District
- Ceredigion
- Parish
- Aberystwyth
- Postcode
- SY23 1NG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ceredigion Preseli
- Established
- 1872
- Nearest railway station
- Vale of Rheidol — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.aber.ac.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q85673650 (CC0)
- commons: Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum & Gallery.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries?
- Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY23 1NG), in the parish of Aberystwyth.
- What is Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries?
- Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries — university museum in Wales, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries?
- The nearest railway station is Vale of Rheidol, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY23 1NG.
- When was Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries built?
- Built or established in 1872.
- Who runs Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries?
- Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries is operated by Aberystwyth University.
- Is Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries free to visit?
- Yes, Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries is free to enter.
- How do I get to Aberystwyth University, School of Art Museum and Galleries?
- The nearest railway station is Vale of Rheidol, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY23 1NG.