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University of Salford Art Collection
Welcome to the University of Salford Art Collection – an ambitious and growing collection of over 800 modern and contemporary artworks, founded c1968. We commission new work, support artist development, and host a range of exhibitions and events with a wide range of internal & external partners. Read more about our collection, programme, campus gallery, and latest news here!
Highlights
New Exhibition: Between the Earth and the Sky
Contemporary printmaking, photography and video work reflecting on nature’s transitional and transformative moments – Tuesday 28th Jan – Friday 25 July. Featuring work by Darren Almond, Christiane Baumgartner, Liang Yue and more

New artist in residence: Hayley Suviste at the University Acoustics Laboratories
The University of Salford Art Collection is delighted to announce Hayley Suviste as new artist-in-residence at the University’s Acoustic Laboratories, in partnership with music festival organisation From The Other.

Green Impact Awards 2024
In November 2024 we attended the Green Impact awards – and thanks to the dedication of our team we secured a Platinum award and Innovation for Engagement Award.

2025 Annual Survey
Do you want to help inform our events, exhibitions, and give us ideas for new additions to our programme? Then give us your feedback with the new 2025 Annual Survey!

2024/25 Graduate Scholar studio visits
The University of Salford Art Collection, Paradise Works, Islington MIll, Hot Bed Press, and our associates at Castlefield Gallery got together with our current Graduate Scholars to have a look at what they have been up to in their new studios.
Read more here

Celebrating Albert Adams – Discovering the Special Collection p.3
Hello Curatorial Intern Cami O’Hagan here, this will be my final takeover for spotlighting these artworks. It has been a privilege in showing you my journey in discovering the work of Albert Adams through auditing the University’s Special Collection!
Read more about the Special Collection here!
