Complaints about the cost of a special exhibition at the National Gallery are misguided. We should instead ask whether cultural institutions do enough to attract anyone other than tourists and the affluent middle classes, writes Stephanie Dieckvoss.
The exhibition Monet & Architecture has opened at London’s National Gallery to critical acclaim. But it has also caused controversy – over the price of admission.
For the first time in its history, the museum has raised ticket prices above £20 for a ticket bought on the spot, with amounts varying between £18 and £20 if booked in advance online. According to the gallery, the price varies depending on the day of visit and the method of booking... Keep reading on The Conversation
The exhibition Monet & Architecture has opened at London’s National Gallery to critical acclaim. But it has also caused controversy – over the price of admission.
For the first time in its history, the museum has raised ticket prices above £20 for a ticket bought on the spot, with amounts varying between £18 and £20 if booked in advance online. According to the gallery, the price varies depending on the day of visit and the method of booking... Keep reading on The Conversation