Public art & sculpture · London
Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police
In or near City of London.
Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Barbican · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police is a public art located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police is a public art installation located in London. This piece reflects the intersection of art and social commentary, highlighting the relationship between the artist Jean-Michel Basquiat and contemporary issues.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5208, -0.0939
- District
- City of London
- Parish
- City of London, unparished area
- Postcode
- EC2Y 8DL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Nearest railway station
- Barbican — 0.3 km
Sources
- osm: node/13442621682 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police?
- Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police is in London, United Kingdom (postcode EC2Y 8DL), in the parish of City of London, unparished area.
- What is Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police?
- Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police?
- The nearest railway station is Barbican, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EC2Y 8DL.
- Is Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police free to visit?
- Yes, Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police is free to enter.
- How do I get to Basquiat Welcomed by the Metropolitan Police?
- The nearest railway station is Barbican, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EC2Y 8DL.