Established in 1996, the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands (NGCI) is a vibrant arts organisation. The 9,000sq ft gallery is home to a growing permanent collection of significant Caymanian works of art and hosts eight major exhibitions annually.
The NGCI Permanent Collection
Loosely assembled by decade, the collection traces a historical and stylistic journey. Starting with the visionary markings of Miss Lassie, to the early work of realist painters who sought to capture “the islands time forgot”, on to the early 1990s when local art was influenced by the changing realities of the time, and through to the multi-disciplinary contemporary art currently being created. These works tell the story of Caymanian art and provide the visual record of a growing country.
Temporary Exhibitions
NGCI hosts up to eight temporary exhibitions a year including group shows, international exhibitions and works by established artists
Café
Shop & Gardens Take a wander around the sculpture garden and enjoy a coffee break or lunch before purchasing a Cayman-produced memento from the Gallery Shop.
Events
The gallery's busy schedule includes over 60 educational programmes per month, up to 8 exhibitions a year featuring Caymanian and International artists, and several large scale community arts events.
- Scheduled and drop in art classes and workshops for adults and children
- Docent led or self-guided exhibition tours with interactive activity sheets
- Screenings and lectures on the history of art
- Lunchtime lectures and film screenings
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