Arnolfini

Woven into the fabric of Bristol since 1961, Arnolfini is an international centre of interdisciplinary contemporary arts, presenting an ambitious, diverse programme of visual art, performance, dance, film, and music, designed to appeal to a broad audience. Housed in a prominent Grade II listed, accessible building on the city’s harbourside, Arnolfini is a pioneering, inspiring public space for arts and learning, offering an innovative, inclusive, and engaging experience for all. A world-renowned institution, throughout its history Arnolfini’s programme has welcomed artists from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds, supporting and developing their work, investigating their influences and aspirations. Arnolfini nurtures long-standing relationships with a wide range of community and creative partners, while continuing to explore and develop new opportunities across the city and beyond. Through sharing a 60-year archive of exhibition slides, publications, and an extensive artist book collection Arnolfini celebrate the heritage and wide-reaching impact the organisation has had throughout its history. Arnolfini is an independent charity (CIO) and a partner of the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), supported by Arts Council England and the Ashley Clinton and Barker-Mill Trust. Arnolfini's independent Bookshop is committed to showcasing the very best titles across all areas of art and culture, and all sales support the charity's mission to bring transformative art to all. Arnolfini Café Bar — now run by the brewery Wiper & True and café FED — has long been part of the social and cultural life of Bristol; somewhere to meet friends, enjoy drinks after events and exhibitions, and enjoy the atmosphere of the waterfront.