The National Portrait Gallery has been announced as one of five finalists shortlisted for this year’s Art Fund Museum of the Year, the world’s biggest museum prize.
Jenny Waldman, the director of Art Fund, described the shortlist as “shining examples of the impact museums are making locally and nationally. Each of our finalists truly has something for everyone … These organisations are all real leaders in their field. I urge everyone to go and visit these extremely special spaces.”
The National Portrait Gallery reopened to the public in June 2023 after its most significant transformation since 1896, comprising a complete redisplay of its Collection and a major refurbishment of its building. Led by Jamie Fobert Architects, the architectural project included the creation of new public spaces, a more welcoming visitor entrance and a state-of-the-art Learning Centre.