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Bradford's Turner Prize Exhibit Draws Over 26,000 Visitors
14 Nov
Summary
- Exhibition in Bradford features work by Turner Prize finalists
- Visitor numbers up 44% since opening in September 2025
- Diverse artworks on display, including sculptures, sound installations, and paintings
As of November 14, 2025, an exhibition in Bradford featuring the work of the four Turner Prize finalists has drawn over 26,000 visitors since its opening in September. The exhibition, hosted at the council-run Cartwright Hall in Lister Park, is a key part of Bradford's City of Culture celebrations.
According to Bradford Council statistics, the gallery has seen a 44% increase in visitors since the show began. The diverse artworks on display include Nnena Kalu's abstract sculptures resembling living creatures, Zadie Xa's striking sound installations reflecting sea life, Rene Matic's explorations of identity and political hypocrisy, and Mohammed Sami's paintings that mix nature and the destruction of war.
The Turner Prize exhibition is currently averaging 600 visitors per day, with 90% adults and 10% children. Bradford's Culture is Our Plan program has highlighted the success of the Cartwright Hall gallery, which has welcomed over 39,000 visitors for its recent exhibitions.
The Turner Prize winner is set to be announced on December 9, 2025, capping off Bradford's vibrant City of Culture celebrations.
