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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.

Collective 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.

Upcoming Events at Collective Edinburgh

Elisa Giardina Papa ‘U Scantu’: A Disorderly Tale

1st March 2024 - 19th May 2024

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).

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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!

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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!

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Collective Play Weekend

11th May 2024 - 12th May 2024

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

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Moyna Flannigan: Space Shuffle

28th June 2024 - 15th September 2024

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.

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