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The Visual Art Network
VAN Gallery, Darwin Centre, Shrewsbury, SY1 1DQ
Information
The Visual Art Network is a member-led, volunteer-run, charitable trust whose aims are to promote the visual arts and support local artists and makers.
As one of the sponsors of Shrewsbury Arts Trail and other community-based, arts projects we make a significant contribution to boosting Shropshire’s reputation as a thriving and vibrant cultural destination.
Our gallery, in the Darwin Shopping Centre, hosts a variety of exhibitions of our members’ work throughout the year, our current theme is Connections. At the gallery you will find members work covering paintings, photography, textiles, jewellery, ceramics, glass and much more, why not come in and see for yourself all at affordable
prices.
We are always looking for new members to join our community of local artists and makers. To find out more about membership and to join us visit our website.
Membership costs just £25 per year and is free if you are under 21.
Opening times
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Monday
Closed
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Tuesday
11:00 - 15:00
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Wednesday
11:00 - 15:00
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Thursday
11:00 - 15:00
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Friday
11:00 - 17:00
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Saturday
10:00 - 16:00
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Sunday
11:00 - 15:00
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