2014 - Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Winner of Art Fund Museum of the Year 2014, read more about this dramatic sculpture park, home of 'art without walls'.
Yorkshire Scultpure Park, black stone scultpure (2014) by Marc AtkinsArt Fund
Yorkshire Scupture Park is a 500-acre outdoor art gallery in West Yorkshire, featuring modern and contemporary sculpture by prominent artists as well as temporary exhibitions. The landscape includes open fields, lakes and woodland, making it a beautiful setting for art.
Yorkshire Scultpure Park, stone scultpure (2014) by Marc AtkinsArt Fund
Sustainability at the core
Yorkshire Sculpture Park's environmentally conscious approach to art and sustainability impressed the Museum of the Year judges.
World-class exhibitions
The gallery presents world-class exhibitions by acclaimed artists. Standouts from the year prior to winning the prize included exhibitions of work by Yinka Shonibare, Amar Kanwar and Hans Josephsohn.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park film (2014) by Art FundArt Fund
Sir Peter Edward Murray CBE (2014) by Simon RawlesArt Fund
Peter Murray, director of Yorkshire Sculpture Park from 1977
"We are so surprised and honoured to win this major award. It’s extremely important to have the validation of our peers. This award is dedicated to our incredible staff, the artists with whom we’re privileged to work so closely, and our truly wonderful visiting public."
Sam Mendes (2014) by Simon RawlesArt Fund
Sam Mendes, film director and producer
"Art is alive and the idea that art is old and art is dead and that art is static is entirely incorrect."
West Yorkshire
Yorkshire Sculpture Park is located on the 18th-century Bretton Hall estate, with stunning views across the landscape.
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Yorkshire Sculpture Park were the winner but there were four other amazing museums on this year's shortlist...
Tate Britain (2014) by Marc AtkinsArt Fund
Tate Britain, London
The judges noted the gallery's comprehensive rehang, displaying British art from 1500 to the present day, as well as its commitment to engaging new audiences and digital innovation.
Hayward Gallery (2014) by Marc AtkinsArt Fund
Hayward Gallery, London
The Hayward's successful refurbishment and reopening, showcasing innovative contemporary art exhibitions and hosting diverse public programmes, really impressed the judges.
The Mary Rose Museum (2014) by Marc AtkinsArt Fund
The Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth
The museum's state-of-the-art design and use of cutting-edge technology to bring the story of Henry VIII's flagship to life wowed the judges.
Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (2014) by Marc AtkinsArt Fund
Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft
The gallery was praised for its excellent curation of work by the artists and craftspeople who lived and worked in Ditchling, showcasing their contribution to the Arts and Crafts movement.
Sainsbury Centre (2014) by Marc AtkinsArt Fund
Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, Norwich
The judges were excited to see the gallery's world-class collection of art from around the world, its innovative exhibition programme and its commitment to education and outreach.
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Photographers:
Jonty Wilde
Marc Atkins
Simon Rawles
