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Tate Britain

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About Tate Britain

Tate Britain, originally founded as the National Gallery of British Art by Sir Henry Tate, is a prominent art museum situated on Millbank in the City of Westminster. It forms part of the Tate network, which also includes Tate Modern, Tate Liverpool and Tate St Ives. The museum holds an extensive collection of art from the United Kingdom, spanning from the Tudor period to contemporary works, making it one of the country's largest museums. Visitors can view an outstanding array of pieces by J. M. W. Turner, who donated his entire personal collection to the nation. The museum's significance is reflected in its 2021 ranking as the 50th most-visited art museum globally, offering a rich journey through British artistic heritage in a setting that attracts both art enthusiasts and general visitors.

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Tate Britain

Millbank, London SW1P 4RG

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Estimated CostCheck website
Best Timeanytime
Opened1897
ArchitectSidney R. J. Smith
DesignationGrade II* listed building
Annual visitors525,144 (2021)
Official websitetate.org.uk/britain
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