Ikon is an internationally acclaimed art gallery situated in central Birmingham.
Housed in a magnificent Grade II listed Victorian school building, the gallery features temporary exhibitions over two floors, alongside Ikon Shop.
Entry to Ikon is free. The gallery shows work by artists from around the world and a variety of media is represented, including sound, film, mixed media, photography, painting, sculpture and installation. Donations welcome.
OPENING TIMES
Open Tuesday – Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays, 11am-5pm
PHONE
0121 248 0708
Ikon Shop is Birmingham’s only specialist art bookshop, stocking a range of books, cards, artists’ limited editions and gifts. Ikon is a charity and all purchases support the gallery’s exhibition and education programme. You can also shop online.
OPENING TIMES
Tuesday – Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays, 10am – 5pm*
*Ikon Shop will be closed on the following weekend dates:
Saturday 28 February & Sunday 1 March
Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 March
Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 March
PHONE
0121 248 0708
The café at Ikon is currently closed. Nearby cafes.
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Explore Ikon with our free digital guide on Bloomberg Connects, the arts and culture app.
Listen to audio guides, watch films and discover more.
Ikon is fully accessible with a range of facilities to make your visit enjoyable. Our friendly Information Assistants can help answer any questions.
IKON GALLERY
1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace
Birmingham, B1 2HS
GALLERY: +44 (0)121 248 0708
SHOP: +44 (0)121 248 0708
Ikon is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
Copyright © 2025 IKON. All rights reserved. Registered charity no. 528892