Collective Edinburgh

Collective brings people together around new art, inspiring fresh ways of looking, questioning and thinking from our unique home on Calton Hill, Edinburgh.

About Collective Edinburgh

	City Observatory 38 Calton Hill, Edinburgh New Town EH7 5AA
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Established in 1984, Collective has long supported new work by artists who are at a pivotal stage in their development. In November 2018, we opened our new home on Calton Hill, featuring the restored City Observatory, City Dome, and a purpose-built exhibition space. Our programme of exhibitions, walks, and events presents contemporary art in all its diversity. We provide artists with the opportunity to make new work and audiences the chance to see it here first. By inspiring, engaging with, and learning from the people and groups around us, we aim to contribute to local, national, and international conversations.

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Upcoming Events at Collective Edinburgh

Exhibitions

Elisa Giardina Papa ‘U Scantu’: A Disorderly Tale

1st March 2024 - 19th May 2024

Collective Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town

Collective presents the first solo presentation in the UK of Sicilian artist Elisa Giardina Papa's work, in an exhibition titled "U Scantu": A Disorderly Tale (2022).

Tour

Megan Rudden: Walking Tour - Inside there is a goat on the table

2nd May 2024

Edinburgh New Town

Join Glasgow-based artist and writer Megan Rudden on a walking tour of Collective and Calton Hill, Edinburgh on Thursday 2nd May!

Tour

Jean Bareham: Walking Tour - ‘Women in History: A Disorderly Tale’

9th May 2024

Edinburgh New Town

Join Edinburgh based guide, researcher and writer Jean Bareham on a walking tour of Collective and Calton Hill, Edinburgh on Thursday 9th May!

Family and Kids

Collective Play Weekend

11th May 2024 - 12th May 2024

Collective Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town

Join Collective Edinburgh on 11th & 12th May for a weekend of of playful and creative outdoor activities, suitable for ages 5-12 years!

Exhibitions

Moyna Flannigan: Space Shuffle

28th June 2024 - 15th September 2024

Collective Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town

In our 40th year, Collective is delighted to welcome back renowned Scottish artist, and early committee member Moyna Flannigan to present an exhibition of new work.

Art Galleries

Stills

23 Cockburn Street , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1BP

Stills is a centre for photography based in the heart of Edinburgh. We offer exhibitions and production facilities as well as a range of engagement opportunities...

Art Galleries

Dovecot Studios Ltd

10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LT

Dovecot is a world-renowned tapestry studio in the heart of Edinburgh and a landmark centre for contemporary art, craft and design!

Art Galleries

National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait

1 Queen Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 1JD

The Scottish National Portrait Gallery is one of Edinburgh's most remarkable buildings – a great red sandstone neo-gothic palace which sits proudly on the city's skyline!

Art Galleries

Watson Gallery Edinburgh

39 Queen Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 3NH

Edinburgh's premier high-quality contemporary and investment art gallery, located on Queen Street in the beautiful and historic city of Edinburgh.

Art Galleries

Arusha Gallery

13A Dundas Street , Edinburgh New Town EH3 6QG

Arusha Gallery is an international contemporary gallery established in 2013, with main premises in Edinburgh's historic New Town.

Art Galleries

Stick Factory

69 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh South EH9 3AA

Stickfactory Creative is a multifaceted team of artists, designers and builders.

Art Galleries

Open Eye Gallery

34 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh New Town EH3 6QE

The Open Eye Gallery offers an extensive and varied exhibition programme of Scottish contemporary painting, printmaking and applied arts throughout the year.

Art Galleries

Natami

13 London Road , Edinburgh East EH7 5AP

natami art gallery opened in 2019. The gallery is at the centre of the artists hub known as The Colony of Artists.

Art Galleries

Seashore Gallery

Seashore Gallery Marshall Street, Cockenzie EH32 OHT

Seashore Gallery is a popular, friendly art gallery, studio and gift shop by the sea. It is located in the small fishing village of Cockenzie & Port Seton...

Art Galleries