Scarborough Art Gallery was built in the late 1840s by the Uppleby family and has had a fascinating history. This Italianate villa is one of the finest buildings situated in Scarborough’s beautiful Crescent gardens.

The gallery houses our permanent collection which has been built up over sixty years through gifts, bequests and purchases to reflect the eclectic mix

of the community and the cultural heritage of Scarborough.

The Rotunda Museum Scarborough opened in 1829, this unique circular building is one of the world's first purpose-built museums. It was designed by William Smith, known as the father of geology.

The building is an exhibit in itself - the interior, with

its stunning trompe I'oeil ceiling and fascinating gallery, featuring a frieze showing the geology of

the local coastline designed by Smith's nephew,

John Phillips, are remarkable.