The National Gallery extends hours for Van Gogh exhibition due to high demand, allowing night visits during its final weekend
London: The National Gallery is making a big move for its Van Gogh: Poets And Lovers exhibition. They’re keeping the doors open overnight during the last weekend because so many people want to see it.
This exhibition has turned out to be a huge hit, becoming the third most popular paid show in the gallery’s history. Since it opened on September 14, 2024, over 280,000 visitors have checked it out!
Extra tickets for the night slots on January 17 went on sale recently, and they’re expected to go fast. If you’re a member, you can enjoy the exhibition for free before it wraps up on January 19.
This special weekend is also a part of the gallery’s 200th anniversary celebrations. It’s only the second time they’ve ever opened overnight, the first being back in 2012 for a Leonardo da Vinci show.
Gabriele Finaldi, the gallery’s director, shared that this is a great chance for visitors to experience the art at times when famous artists like Francis Bacon and David Hockney used to visit for inspiration.
He expressed excitement about the turnout, saying, “I’m thrilled that over 200,000 people have visited and we can’t wait to welcome even more as we near the end.”
Visitors will get a unique chance to see Van Gogh’s masterpieces during the night, which is pretty special. The exhibition features over 60 works, showcasing the artist’s imaginative transformations, and it’s being called a “once in a century” event.
You’ll be able to see iconic pieces like ‘Starry Night over the Rhône’ and ‘Sunflowers’ up close. Plus, there’s a 90-minute film called Exhibition On Screen: Van Gogh Poets And Lovers that will be shown in UK cinemas, featuring insights from art experts.
