Art Fund Museum of the Year 2023
Find out who has been shortlisted for the world's largest museum prize, which this year celebrates the remarkable creativity and imagination of the UK's museums
The Burrell Collection gallery (2023) by Janie AireyArt Fund
The Burrell Collection
Part of the fabric of Glasgow's cultural life, this renowned museum was reopened by King Charles in March 2022 following a major refurbishment, and has since welcomed over 500,000 visitors through its doors.
Leighton House interiror (2023) by Janie AireyArt Fund
Leighton House
This hidden gem in west London was reopened in October 2022 following a major redevelopment. Its pioneering programme of exhibitions explores themes of identity and cultural interaction and celebrates curiosity in the wider world.
The Mac in Belfast interior of gallery (2023) by Janie AireyArt Fund
The MAC, Belfast
Celebrating its 10-year anniversary, The MAC exists to make Northern Ireland a better place by enabling people to imagine, create, enjoy, and participate in outstanding art and culture.
The Natural History Museum exterior (2023) by Jaine AireyArt Fund
Natural History Museum
Home to over 80 million objects, this truly global museum contains the world’s most important natural history collection, and uses its unrivalled expertise to tackle the biggest challenges facing the world today.
Scapa Flow Museum interior gallery (2023) by Jaine AireyArt Fund
Scapa Flow Museum
Following eight years of fundraising and four years of project development, this special museum reopened to the public in 2022, and tells the story of Orkney's role in the two world wars of the 20th century.
Which one of these incredible museums will be crowned Art Fund Museum of the Year 2023? Find out on 12 July, when the winner of the £120,000 prize will be revealed. The prize is funded thanks to Art Fund’s members who buy a National Art Pass. Pass holders enjoy discounts and benefits at hundreds of museums and galleries across the UK.
Video Production: Tailored Media
Photography: Janie Airey
