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Members go free

Exhibition entry is free for Members. For the best experience and to ensure entry at your preferred time, we recommend pre-booking a free slot by logging into your Membership account. Alternatively, you can show your Membership card at the exhibition entrance to gain entry.

David Hockney

David Hockney
Drawing from Life

Book your free timed slot to visit David Hockney: Drawing from Life (2 November 2023 – 21 January 2024)
Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2023

Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2023

Book your free timed slot to visit Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2023 (9 November 2023 – 25 February 2024)
The Time is Always Now

The Time is Always Now
Artists Reframe the Black Figure

Book your free timed slot to visit The Time is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure (22 February - 19 May 2024)
Francesca Woodman and Julia Margaret Cameron

Francesca Woodman and Julia Margaret Cameron
Portraits to Dream In

Book your free timed slot to visit Francesca Woodman and Julia Margaret Cameron: Portraits to Dream In (21 March - 16 June 2024)

10% off for Members

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10% off for Members

Your Membership benefits

Unlimited free entry to our ground breaking exhibitions

Enjoy at least five major openings each year.

Previews and Members’ Lates

See exhibitions before the public and during dedicated Members’ only viewing hours.

Special ticketed events programme, made just for Members

Access to a curated programme including life-drawing classes and out-of-hours tours, led by experts and exclusive to our Members and Patrons.

Priority booking and discounts on talks and events

Be first in line, so sell-out events are always within your reach.

Discounts and priority booking at the Portrait Restaurant

Get the best tables first at the Portrait Restaurant, with its incredible views across Westminster.

10% off in our shops

Shop for less, and receive invitations to special shopping evenings, plus priority access to special collaborations and limited editions.

Free use of the Gallery cloakroom

Make use of this complimentary service on your next Gallery visit.

Free subscription to Face to Face quarterly magazine and exclusive digital content

Created for Members and designed to educate and inspire, every month.

Members’ events

Members’ events

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How your support has helped

How your support has helped

See how your support has helped the Gallery deliver its mission
Buy the gift of Membership

Buy the gift of Membership

All of our Membership options can be given as gifts