The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum is a welcoming dynamic cultural community hub which is free to the public. It provides a safe inclusive social and cultural space where all ages and backgrounds can experience art and culture as visitors, co-producers, artists and makers. The Wilson’s exhibitions, events and participatory activities create opportunities for discovery, enjoyment and learning. The Wilson works collaboratively with artists, partners and diverse communities to explore how the culture and history of the past helps us to understand the present and decide how, together, we shape the future.

The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum is a part of The Cheltenham Trust, a dynamic independent charity that manages 5 culture and leisure venues with the support of Cheltenham Borough Council. The Trust’s mission is to advance and support education, culture, arts and heritage in Cheltenham and surrounding area.

Re-launched in 2022, The Wilson comprises galleries housing contemporary art and historic collection displays alongside a gallery dedicated to the co-production of exhibitions by local artists and communities in Gloucestershire. Ten new artist studios support early career artists accompanied by the Makers Space which enables public engagement with their work. The programme is led by our Creative Communities Panel – creatives from Gloucestershire who represent our diverse communities.

Our engagement programme reaches more than 50,000 participants a year and focuses on learning through discovery and play. We provide inspiring activities for people at all stages of life AND work with schools and colleges across Gloucestershire while the Foyle Learning studio supports learning and engagement with communities at the heart of its activities.

The Wilson is free to visit and welcomes everyone.