30/09/2026
Our 2027 exhibition programme has arrived! ✨
From the dream-like world of Surrealism to pioneering women printmakers, family photography and art created by children and young people! 2027 has something in store for people of all ages.
🎨 Turner in January
National, 1 January 2027
JMW Turner is widely regarded as being one of Britain's greatest ever artists. Take part in this much-loved historic tradition that brings incredible colour to the darkest month of the year. These brilliant paintings are only on display once a year, when light levels are at their lowest so don't miss this chance to see this free exhibition!
🦞 Surrealism
Modern Two, from 27 March 2027
Discover imaginative and dream-like Surrealist art on the ground floor of Modern Two, featuring more than 100 objects including artworks, letters and journals from some of the world’s best-known Surrealist artists such as Salvador Dalí, René Magritte, Max Ernst, Joan Miró, Marcel Duchamp, Pablo Picasso, Man Ray, Leonora Carrington, Hannah Höch, Jacqueline Lamba and Irène Zurkinden.
⛰️ Woodcut Women: British Prints Inspired by Japan
Modern Two, from 22 May 2027
The first ever exhibition of Japanese-inspired woodcuts made by British women in the early 20th Century. Shining a light on a remarkable generation of artists whose contribution have been largely overlooked, it also delves into printmaking tools and techniques.
🌟 Your Art World and displays curated by young people
Modern One, from 29 May 2027
Showcasing the colourful artwork of 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland, this vibrant exhibition will celebrate the wonder of art for all ages. Visitors will also find unique and uplifting co-curated rooms by schools, community groups and even babies!
📸 We Are Family
Portrait, November 2027
Come and flip through Scotland’s family photo album and examine the universal themes of family, community and connection. See royalty, celebrities, neighbours, babies and pets appear alongside ordinary families from Scotland and beyond.
Many of our 2027 exhibitions and displays are free and as part of our commitment to making art accessible to everyone, under-18s can also visit our ticketed exhibition, Woodcut Women, for free.
Milton Rogovin, Family of Miners, Scotland, 1982, 1982 © Center for Creative Photography, University of Arizona.
Joseph Mallord William Turner, Llanberis Lake and Snowdon-Caernarvon, Wales, about 1830-1835. Henry Vaughan Bequest 1900. National Galleries of Scotland
Pablo Picasso, Lee Miller, 1937 © Succession Picasso. DACS, London 2026. Reproduced courtesy of a private collection on long term loan to the National Galleries of Scotland.
Leonora Carrington, Portrait of Max Ernst, about 1939 © Estate of Leonora Carrington. All rights reserved. Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York and DACS, London 2026.
Mabel Royds, The Waterfall, about 1938. Collection National Galleries of Scotland.
A pupil from St. Mark's Primary School, East Renfrewshire taking part in Your Art World. A National Galleries of Scotland Learning and Engagement project. Photos by Paul Watt
David Williams, My Mum and Dad with their Grandson, Christmas Day, 1989, © David Williams
