Nottingham Contemporary Opens with David Hockney and Frances Stark
Nottingham Contemporary, a major new museum designed by London architects Adam Caruso and Peter Saint John, opened on November 14, 2009. The 3,400 m² building features four galleries, a performance space, education and research rooms, a café-bar, and a shop. Its design incorporates a green concrete facade engraved with a lace pattern referencing the city's historical lace industry. The inaugural exhibitions presented early works by David Hockney (1960–1968) alongside paintings and installations by Los Angeles-based artist Frances Stark. The museum aims to boost Nottingham's international cultural profile, akin to the 'Bilbao effect'.
Key facts
- Nottingham Contemporary opened on November 14, 2009.
- The museum was designed by Adam Caruso and Peter Saint John.
- The building covers 3,400 m² with four galleries, a performance space, education rooms, a café-bar, and a shop.
- The facade features green concrete with a lace pattern derived from a local sample.
- Inaugural exhibitions included David Hockney's early works (1960–1968) and Frances Stark's paintings and installations.
- Frances Stark is a young artist from Los Angeles.
- The museum is located in Nottingham's historic lace district.
- The opening was reviewed by Sophie Trelcat in art press n°364 (February 2010).
Entities
Artists
- David Hockney
- Frances Stark
- Sophie Trelcat
Institutions
- Nottingham Contemporary
- art press
Locations
- Nottingham
- United Kingdom
- Los Angeles
- United States
Sources
- artpress —