Plans for our permanent home
We've unveiled our plans to build Science Gallery London on an amazing site in the heart of London Bridge.
Science Gallery London, which will be free to visit and will attract more than 300,000 visitors a year, will be accessible to all but have a particular focus on 15-25 year-olds, engaging them in cutting-edge research in science, the arts and design. The gallery, part of the global Science Gallery Network and a flagship cultural project for King’s, is supported by organisations including the Wellcome Trust and Guy’s & St Thomas’ Charity.
This project will combine the innovation of the Science Gallery approach with the unique history and research strengths of King’s College London’s students and staff and King’s Health Partners, as well as engaging with the interests of the staff and patients of Guy’s Hospital. It will be located in Boland House, a beautiful Grade II* listed building on a landmark location next to London Bridge Station and The Shard.
Professor Edward Byrne AC, President and Principal, King’s College London said: “Science Gallery London will benefit King’s vibrant academic communities by enhancing their ability to engage with the public about their work. It will also expose academics and students to a wide range of interesting insights from people who participate in programmes and events.
“We believe the newly improved facilities will enrich Guy’s Campus and will provide a much-needed open space for the public, students, staff and the local hospital, residential and business communities.”
Dr Michael John Gorman, CEO of Science Gallery International said “As a ground-breaking creative space in the heart of London and a member of the Global Science Gallery Network, Science Gallery London will bring cutting-edge research taking place in King’s College London into new encounters with the arts and design to inspire curious minds worldwide.”
A planning application for the project will be submitted to Southwark Council in early August. If permission is granted, the aim is for the Science Gallery London to open in the autumn of 2017.
Dr Daniel Glaser, Director, Science Gallery London, said, “It’s serendipitous that we’re publically exhibiting our plans for Science Gallery London’s permanent home just one week before we launch our new pre-opening season, FED UP: The Future of Food. Science Gallery is all about creating new experiences and making surprising connections between art and science. We’re excited to be able to give people a taste of Science Gallery programming at the same time as we gather feedback on our wider plans for Boland House and the London Bridge area.”
The public exhibition of the designs for Science Gallery London’s was held on 1 and 4 July in The Spit on Guy’s Campus. The display boards shown at the exhibition remain available as a PDF on the King's website.
Head to the King's website to find out more:
https://www.kcl.ac.uk/aboutkings/orgstructure/ps/estates/ScienceGalleryplanning.asp
July 6, 2015