The Henry Moore Institute reopens
Group Ginger have introduced a series of interventions which transform the public engagement aspect of the Institute’s work, allowing them to increase access to the arts.
The refurbishment, which was privately funded by the Henry Moore Foundation, opens on 12 July 2024. It offers a suite of support spaces to deliver social impact - public spaces that are fit for growing visitor numbers, while also offering income generation opportunities through retail; and efficient staff workspaces that are economical to run and encourage cross-team working.
Concerned by the lack of arts provision in the UK’s school curriculum, the Institute commissioned Group Ginger to re-work the building to provide facilities to help them fill the void. Group Ginger’s designs cleverly convert an introverted staff boardroom on the building’s second floor into an inspiring light filled space for school visits. New multifunctional learning and engagement facilities will host creative workshops, discussions and events and encourage people of all ages to engage with sculpture as learners, thinkers and makers.
The gallery opens to the public on 12 July.
The reopening exhibition is Stone Soup by Hany Armanius.