Members are invited to come and explore our exhibitions after hours.
Join us for an exclusive private view of Noguchi. This exhibition celebrates Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988), one of the most experimental and pioneering artists of the 20th century.
Over 150 works are presented, including an extraordinary range of sculptures – made in stone, ceramics, wood and aluminium – as well as theatre set designs, playground models, furniture and lighting.
Get double the art as Shilpa Gupta: Sun at Night in the Curve will also be open late.
Our Private views are extremely popular, if you're no longer able to attend please email [email protected] to return your free ticket.
Please email [email protected] if you'd like to be added to the waiting list.
The gallery will be open from 18.30–20.30 for the private viewing.
This event is open to Barbican Members and Membership Plus. Members can book up to two tickets for this event for them and a guest.
With infection rates rising, we still want to keep our visitors and staff safe and the Centre open. We encourage you to continue wearing masks, washing hands and keeping a safe distance from others. Please read our safety information so you can enjoy your visit.
Our cloakrooms are currently closed so avoid bringing large bags with you. Long umbrellas will not be allowed in the gallery.
This exhibition is organised and curated by Barbican Centre (London), Museum Ludwig (Cologne) and Zentrum Paul Klee (Bern), in partnership with LaM - Lille Métropole Musée d'art moderne, d'art contemporain et d'art brut.
This exhibition would not have been possible without the collaboration of The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum, New York.
The exhibition is generously supported by the Terra Foundation for American Art. With thanks to The Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation and www.designcollectors.com
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Introducing Isamu Noguchi
Assistant Curator at The Noguchi Museum in New York, Kate Wiener introduces the life and work of Japanese American sculptor, Isamu Noguchi, drawing from Noguchi’s autobiographical writings and documents from The Noguchi Museum Archives.
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Location
The Art Gallery is located on Level 3 and can be accessed by stairs and lifts from Level G or via the Sculpture Court if coming from outside.
Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS
Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.
We’ve plenty of places for you to relax and replenish, from coffee and cake to wood-fired pizzas and full pre-theatre menus
Access
Doors normally in open position during exhibition hours. Ticket desk 98cm with a drop section of 76cm. Step-free access on each floor of the Art Gallery.
Mobility
The Art Gallery has two levels, linked by a flight of 24 stairs with an intermediate landing. A passengeroperated lift (76 x 110cm) connects the two floors. If you need assistance, staff will be happy to help.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome. If you prefer, you may leave your dog with a member of the gallery staff during your visit.
Large-print exhibition information
To request a large print copy, please call the Art Gallery on 020 7382 2382 before your visit.
For more access information, please visit our Accessibility section.
Enhanced security measures are currently in place at the Barbican.
As part of these measures only one reasonably-sized bag (no larger than 32cm L x 18cm W x 22cm H) per person may be taken inside our venues and all bags may be searched by a member of our team.
We ask that, where possible, visitors avoid bringing large bags to the Centre. If you do need to check bags into our free cloakrooms, we suggest arriving early. All bags deposited will be subject to search and random bag searches are also in operation.
Please also remember that belongings should not be left unattended at any time.
Thank you for your understanding – we look forward to welcoming you to the Barbican.
