Ikon is an internationally acclaimed art gallery situated in central Birmingham, offering free entry to all.
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Established in 1964 as an artists-led alternative space, it has evolved into one of the most internationalist artistic programmes in Europe combining established with emerging artists.
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Housed in a magnificent neo-gothic school building, it is an educational charity for the promotion of visual art of international significance, playing a key role in the cultural life of the region.
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Education is at the heart of Ikon’s activities. Our Education team builds meaningful relationships with Ikon’s audiences that enables visitors to engage with, discuss and reflect on contemporary art.
![Ikon Youth Programme](https://cms.ikon-gallery.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IYP-1-e1648114561527.jpg)
Ikon’s off-site programme develops dynamic relationships between art, artists and audiences outside the gallery, challenging expectations of where art can be seen and by whom.
![Osman Yousefzada Infinity Pattern 1 art installation at Selfridges](https://cms.ikon-gallery.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Infinity-Pattern-1-by-Osman-Yousefzada-wrapping-Selfridges-Birmingham_photo-by-Jason-Alden-2-scaled.jpg)
![Claudia Losi performance on Slow Boat](https://cms.ikon-gallery.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/63-3600x2394.jpg)
![Rie Nakajima Slow Boat workshop](https://cms.ikon-gallery.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/1F7A6533-3600x2400.jpg)