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Ra250 Stories

Kate Goodwin

Opinion

1 month ago

“Architecture impacts everyone. We need to inspire greater visual and spatial literacy for all”

Architecture is part of our culture and society, and the conversation about it should be accessible to everyone. That’s why the RA pledged to champion architecture 250 years ago, and why we’re renewing that commitment now, says Head of Architecture Kate Goodwin.

The Link Bridge viewed from the Schools Courtyard in 2018

Inside the Academy

2 months ago

RA250 stories: building a bridge that’s a sculpture

In 2018, our two historic sites at Burlington House and Burlington Gardens will be linked together for the first time. In this video, we look at the complex process of connecting two listed buildings, with a sculptural bridge that traces the line of an original garden path from 350 years ago.
Alexandra Burnett looks at works in storage in the RA Collection

Inside the Academy

3 months ago

RA250 stories: hidden treasures of the RA Collection

In 2018 we’re unveiling new spaces to display the Royal Academy’s Collection. In this video, we take a look at some of the treasures that will be on show, including the UK’s only sculpture by Michelangelo.
Screenshot from 'Facade and statues'

Inside the Academy

8 months ago

RA250 stories: how to restore a façade

How do you repair historic stone when that stone is no longer quarried? This video series reveals the ideas, people and challenges behind transforming the RA ahead of our 250th anniversary in 2018, and in this episode we come to the restoration of 6 Burlington Gardens and its historic statues.
The Royal Academy's Digitisation Coordinator, Liz Dewar

Inside the Academy

1 year ago

RA250 stories: Digitising the Collection

This video series reveals the ideas and people behind the transformation of the Royal Academy ahead of our 250th anniversary in 2018. In the second episode, we take a look at what’s involved in bringing artworks and documents from the past into the 21st century.
6 Burlington Gardens

Inside the Academy

2 years ago

RA250 stories: The architects

Our new video series goes behind the scenes to reveal the ideas and people behind the transformation of the Royal Academy ahead of our 250th anniversary in 2018. In the first episode, members of the project team from David Chipperfield Architects discuss how they’re taking it from concept to reality.