Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum

The Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum is a spectacular Victorian villa in Bournemouth overlooking the sea. Built in 1901 by Sir Merton Russell-Cotes as a birthday gift to his beloved wife Annie, the house is a palace of art, full of paintings, sculptures and treasures from around the world. Today, you can step back in time and discover this historic house and its endless masterpieces and curiosities without barriers. Our Cafe serves delicious cake, drinks and light lunches, and our shop is the perfect place to pick up some unique souvenirs. If you are an art lover, you will be delighted by our collections of art, including Pre-Raphaelite works, Victorian painting, 20th century art, and extraordinary sculptures. Our travel and ethnographic collections reveal an extraordinary global picture of the 19th century, including one of the largest and most significant collections of Japanese objects in the country. With a programme of changing exhibitions and events, there is always something new to discover at the Russell-Cotes.