London Sculpture Week

21 - 29 September 2024

London Sculpture Week

 

Returning for its third edition, London Sculpture Week celebrates the capital’s vibrant creative spirit by transforming public spaces with striking outdoor sculptures. Running from 21 to 29 September, the event unites four major cultural initiatives – Frieze Sculpture, the Fourth Plinth, Sculpture in the City, and The Line – to invigorate the city’s public spaces and highlight the transformative power of public art in the city.

The week’s programme will feature accessible public art tours, family-friendly workshops, and live artist performances, showcasing how art can inspire thought and enrich the city’s environment. London Sculpture Week remains a testament to the value of public art in daily life, fostering connections between people and their surroundings, and deepening appreciation for art’s role in the public sphere, reflecting London’s rich cultural landscape.

To coincide with London Sculpture Week, Sculpture in the City is offering a diverse programme of events. If you’re a local worker, a family with young ones, student or cultural seeker, there’s something for everyone.

Join us as we transform the Eastern City through art and activations from the ground and up into the sky.

 

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London Sculpture Week Symposium: New Approaches to Sculpture Outdoors

 

Developed by The Line with CREATURE

Featuring: Fourth Plinth, Frieze Sculpture, Sculpture in the City and The Line

Wednesday 25th September 2024, 6pm – 8:30pm

Location: The Wash Houses, London Metropolitan University, Goulston Street, London E1 7NT

This free event is an evening of discussion and exchange, considering the unique role that public art plays in cities like London. Timed to coincide with London Sculpture Week 2024, this symposium brings together four organisations who are united by a drive to make space for sculpture, facilitate spontaneous encounters, and make art accessible.

This event is BSL interpreted.

 

Booking & Further Details

 

Contributors:

Jo Baxendale, Visual Arts Project Manager Fourth Plinth, Greater London Authority

Sarah Carrington, Deputy Director, The Line

Libby Heaney, Artist, libbyheaney.co.uk

Stella Ioannou, Artistic Director of Sculpture in the City and Founding Director of Lacuna

Katie Schwab, Artist, The Line

Vanessa da Silva, Artist, Sculpture in the City

Fatoş Üstek, Curator, Frieze Sculpture

Symposium Moderator: Dr Jacek Ludwig Scarso, Deputy Director of CREATURE

Getting here

  • Train & Underground

    The closest rail stations are Liverpool Street, Moorgate and Fenchurch Street. Underground stations are located at Liverpool Street, Bank, Monument and Aldgate.

  • Bus

    The area is easily accessible by bus routes 25, 35, 40, 47, 48, 149 and 344.

  • Bicycle

    The nearest bicycle parking is located at 22 Bishopsgate, St Mary Axe, Fenchurch St, Fenchurch Ave and Aldgate High Street.

  • Boat

    The nearest pier is located at Tower Pier, which is a 10-minute walk from the project area.