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Socially-engaged visual arts organisation, deeply embedded in the communities we serve in Hull.

Artlink Hull enables the creation and exploration of art with, in, and about communities. In particular, we work with individuals and communities experiencing disadvantage to increase the diversity of voices in the arts. We do this through art commissions, projects, exhibitions, events, learning programmes, and forums, working with a range of communities. Since our establishment in 1982, Artlink Hull has been continually involved in the development of community, participatory and socially-engaged art practices, and remains a key organisation in the Humber region within these fields.

14/10/2026

Powered by Smiles is showing now here at Artlink Hull | 87 Gallery, open Thursday to Saturday 10am - 4.30pm until Saturday 5 December.

A joyous, must-see exhibition co-curated by the Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University Children’s Board with artwork produced by children and young people from primary schools across the city, Powered by Smiles symbolises the potential of working partnerships and visual arts for communicating stories within and from communities.

02/10/2026

Public Launch Tonight!

Powered by Smiles
Takeover Exhibition by Hull & East Yorkshire Children's University at 87 Gallery

Last week we had the privilege of opening the doors to Powered by Smiles - a joyous exhibition co-curated by the Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University Children’s Board with artwork produced by children and young people from primary schools across the city.

Join us for the public launch today, Friday 2 October, 6-8pm (relaxed hour 5-6pm). The exhibition will then continue until 5 December, open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 10am - 4.30pm.

Let us know you’re coming by picking up a free ticket on Eventbrite: https://shorturl.at/XPSH2 . And if you’d like to come straight from school we will be open so please come on over!

01/10/2026

We will be opening from 2pm tomorrow, Friday 2 October, with our Public Launch event for the must-see Powered by Smiles by HEY Children's University taking place from 6-8pm (relaxed hour 5-6pm).

Let us know you’re coming to the launch by reserving a free ticket on Eventbrite (search: Artlink Hull). And absolutely do come over straight from school with your young artists to check out the joyous work on show and get involved in free colouring activities!

27/09/2026

Our popular Gallery Explorers groups for children and young people ages 7-11 and 12-16 start back this Wednesday evening at Artlink Hull | 87 Gallery!

Enrolment open now - head to www.artlinkhull.co.uk/explorers to learn more.

Please note that enrolment must be completed before your child attends.

18/09/2026

We're delighted to announce a significant new acquisition for the Ferens Art Gallery collection! 🖼️

Following her acclaimed exhibition The Nearness of Elsewhere at 87 Gallery, Hull, artist Emma Prempeh's painting Ira has been acquired by Ferens Art Gallery and will join our permanent collection.

Created as part of an immersive exhibition inspired by research visits to Hull, the work reflects stories, experiences and connections gathered through workshops and community events with local people.

The painting has been acquired through the generous support of the Contemporary Art Society, who have been helping to build the Ferens collection since 1931.

The painting can be seen on display in the Centre Court of the gallery.

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17/09/2026

We’re thrilled that Ferens Art Gallery, Hull has acquired ‘Ira’, a painting by artist Emma Prempeh ( 𝐸𝓂𝓂𝒶 𝒫𝓇𝑒𝓂𝓅𝑒𝒽 ), which we commissioned for her show at Artlink Hull | 87 Gallery last year.

The Ferens purchased Emma’s painting through Contemporary Art Society. it joins the gallery’s permanent collection and is now on display in the Centre Court, which you can visit Mon to Sat 10am–4:30pm and Sun 11am–4pm.

As well as serving our communities in Hull, offering opportunities to experience art and get creative, we are proud to be commissioning emerging and established artists and bringing work to our gallery that attracts national and international interest.

11/09/2026

Join us tommorow for the last chance to see Bodies Showing Power by Nancy Clayton here at Artlink Hull | 87 Gallery as well as a beautiful exhibition of work from our young artists, celebrating the 5 year anniversary of Gallery Explorers.

Between 2-4.30pm there will be free activities for people of all ages to get stuck into upstairs in our studio space, and at 2.30pm there will be an opportunity to hear from our Engagement Producer and Curator who will each tell us more about our exhibitions and learning programme for children and young people.

No booking necessary. See you there!

06/06/2026

Do you share our commitment to artist development, and a passion for platforming outstanding contemporary visual arts experiences in Hull?

We are excited to announce an amazing opportunity to join us as Associate Curator (Fixed Term) at Artlink Hull | 87 Gallery.

The Associate Curator (Fixed Term) will lead on the programming and delivery of 87 Gallery’s visual art programme, overseeing the development of high-quality exhibitions, commissioning artists from under-represented backgrounds and encouraging experimentation in the production of ambitious new work. You will provide high quality arts experiences for audiences, embedding dialogue and co-creation in our commissioning process and supporting the symbiotic relationship between our exhibitions and our learning and participation programmes.

Details:

0.4 FTE Fixed Term Contract
Start date: July 2026
End date: December 2027

How to Apply:

Download the job description and application guidance from our website at artlinkhull.co.uk/work-with-us
You can also access this link by heading to the linktree in our bio.

Deadline - Thursday 25 June 10am (BST)
Interviews will take place at Artlink Hull | 87 Gallery on Monday 6 July 2026.

We want to support you to do your best during the application process. If you have any access requirements or need any reasonable adjustments (whether that is an alternative application format, extra time, or adjustments for an interview) please contact us at [email protected].

Address

87 Princes Avenue
Kingston Upon Hull
HU53QP

Opening Hours

Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+441482345104

Website

http://www.artlinkhull.co.uk/, https://square.link/u/05bbfNlW

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