BALTIC is a major, international centre of contemporary art situated in a landmark building.

BALTIC does not have a permanent collection; instead it presents a dynamic and ambitious programme of complimentary exhibitions and events.It provides the opportunity to experience ground-breaking art alongside retrospective and new work exhibitions by established regional, national and international artists. Its purpose is to create exceptional access to important and innovative contemporary art in a unique setting, that encourages and enables learning and transformational thinking.

Why the community needs this charity

BALTIC has fast become an important example of successful culture-led regeneration on an international scale. BALTIC has played a pivotal role in boosting local tourism, promoting local pride and shaping local identity, contributing to the vibrancy of NewcastleGateshead. With nearly 1,000 people every day coming through the doors, there is a clear appetite for cutting edge, contemporary visual arts in the North. We need your help to satisfy this hunger.

Results and outcomes

We engage more than 200,000 people every year in our learning programmes, on and offsite, inspiring audiences across the globe. Our learning programmes help children, parents and grandparents alike to find personal meaning and connection with the artworks. Whether it's rolling up your sleeves in an artist led workshop or listening to an artist talk about their work, we help audiences make sense of what they see; to explore different lenses on the world.

Latest activities and projects

Learning Programme

We believe art can transform lives.We engage more than 200,000 people a year in our learning programmes, on and off site, inspiring audiences.Our learning team delivers programmes that help children, parents and grandparents alike to find connection with the artworks. They also bring art into the lives of some of the most vulnerable people, by helping them to make sense of, explore and understand ways of new thinking. We help audiences develop a lifelong love for learning. read more