British Council Archives

Lubaina Himid to Represent UK at 2026 Venice Biennale

Renowned British artist and Turner Prize winner Lubaina Himid has been selected to represent the UK at the 61st Venice… Read More

25 February 2025

The British Council is considering selling off its £200 million art collection due to debts incurred during the COVID crisis.

20 January 2025

To mark the British Council’s 90th anniversary, Christie’s Post-War and Contemporary Art Day and Online sale (Thursday, 10th October 2024)… Read More

8 October 2024

Original works of art created by some of the best known artists in the UK are hidden away and not on… Read More

3 January 2016

The British Council has announced three new members to their Board of Trustees, and have confirmed the appointment of one… Read More

7 August 2013

A new partnership between the British Council and the Koestler Trust will see eight ex-offenders travel to the 55th International… Read More

29 May 2013

Jeremy Deller will present a much-anticipated solo exhibition in the British Pavilion at the 55th International Art Exhibition in Venice… Read More

24 January 2013