The much loved Oxton gallery was closed in March 2020 due to coronavirus and art enthusiasts were encouraged to view art collections online and follow the gallery's social media channels to stay involved.

When visitors are welcomed back on Wednesday, a new exhibition, 'Your Williamson', will be on display.

This has been curated using artwork that was enjoyed by online visitors and includes a whole range of pieces from international artists to those right on our doorsteps.

Many of the paintings in this collection are by artists with local connections, including two photo-realist style pieces that honour the late Geoff Yeomans.

The artwork in this new exhibition will be the first gallery residents enter when visiting the Williamson Art Gallery & Museum as there is a new one-way system in place to meet government guidance.

As well as the 'Your Williamson' exhibition, there are a number of new and favourite collections to enjoy.

To make for an enhanced viewing experience, the building has had improvements made to the floors and walls as well as the installation of a new lighting system.

The gallery will be open from Wednesday to Saturday, 12 noon to 5pm, each week from 9 June.

Other facilities available for visitors to enjoy include the Williamson café and the walled outdoor garden, the Green Gallery, as well as the book shop and gallery shop supporting a wide range of local artists and craftspeople.

The café, with indoor and outdoor seating available, will be offering a limited menu of hot drinks and cakes for the first month.

When visiting, things are going to look a little different. To ensure that the gallery could open safely to the public, a one-way system has been installed around the building and hand sanitising stations are available. Toilets will also be open for visitors to use.

No booking system will be in place at Williamson Art Gallery & Museum but the team of staff will be monitoring how many people are entering and leaving the building so residents may have to queue before entering at busy times.

To find out more, please visit the Williamson Art Gallery & Museum website.