University College London's art museum, home to works by Paula Rego and J.M.W Turner, secures temporary home after academics protest

Concerns over the UCL Art Museum's future have eased as it has found a temporary home amidst redevelopment plans for the university's bicentennial. The museum, previously located in the South Cloisters, will now be relocated within the same building, though its new space raises accessibility issues and lacks wall space for exhibitions. The university aims to create an inclusive environment that balances heritage and modern functionality as it transforms its spaces for the 200th anniversary in 2026, while the fate of the museum's collection remains uncertain amidst these changes.

"While the temporary space for the UCL Art Museum will allow for some accessibility, it is important to note that this new location lacks the wall space required for exhibitions."

"The announcement about relocating the UCL Art Museum has somewhat assuaged fears, yet the new venue’s limitations raise concerns about the future of exhibitions and public access to artworks."

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