Stable Gallery

Introducing Stable Gallery at St George’s Hall – A New Home for Art and Culture in Liverpool 

Liverpool City Halls is proud to announce the opening of a brand-new arts and exhibition space within the iconic St George’s Hall –  Stable Gallery. 

Situated in one of the city’s most historic landmarks, the Stable Gallery has been created as a platform for local artists from across the Liverpool City Region to showcase their work to a wider audience in one of the city’s most historic settings. 

 Stable Gallery will be open from the 17th April for an evening celebrating art and heritage with the launch of our inaugural exhibition, “Liverpool’s Crowning Culture”.  

 A Space for the City 

The opening of Stable Gallery marks an exciting new chapter for St George’s Hall — creating space for creativity to thrive in the heart of Liverpool. The gallery will host a range of exhibitions throughout the year, providing new opportunities for local artists to share their work within one of the city’s most treasured buildings.  

Launching with Liverpool’s Crowning Culture 

The gallery’s first exhibition, Liverpool’s Crowning Culture will be running from 17th April to 15th May. It is a powerful celebration of Black culture within Liverpool — exploring themes of identity, heritage, and creativity through a vibrant and thought-provoking collection of art, costume, and storytelling.  Read more here.

 

History  

 Why is it called  Stable Gallery? Despite its name, there’s no evidence to suggest the space was ever used as a stable for horses. Instead, the name might be a nod to the horses that once drew prison vans to the building’s courtyards. The gallery’s name is a mystery, but its rich history is clear. From its origins as a heating chamber to its role as an air raid shelter during WWII, the space has adapted and evolved over time. Today, the Stable Gallery continues this tradition, hosting a variety of exhibitions and experiences. 

 

Liverpool’s Crowning Culture is just the beginning – an inspiring first step in what promises to be a diverse and exciting programme of exhibitions that celebrate the many stories and voices of Liverpool. To hear about future exhibitions, subscribe to our newsletter here. 

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