Celebrating 20 years

We’re turning 20! This year we’re celebrating 20 years since we first opened our doors in 2002. In the run-up to our 20th Birthday Weekend celebrations on 16 & 17 July, we're sharing stories of BALTIC’s past, present and future with updates throughout each month.

We’d love to hear your memories of BALTIC. Share your stories, images and videos including the hashtag #Baltic20 on social media.

What happens when artists venture off the beaten track?

David Whetstone spoke to five contributors to Hinterlands, Baltic’s new exhibition offering a sideways view of our North East landscape

VIDEO No.

Meet BALTIC’s Architect: Dominic Williams

Dominic Williams of Ellis Williams Architects is joined In Conversation with Gary Malkin, BALTIC’s former Archivist to discuss the redevelopment of the building from a flour mill into a gallery.

Exhibition No.

Jim Shaw: The Rinse Cycle

2012

Jim Shaw 'The Rinse Cycle' 2012 BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art. Photo: Colin Davison. BALTIC Gateshead.

Fact No.

Music at BALTIC

Did you know... we have hosted a range of performances inspired by music, instruments and sound. Performances include rare live music from Rodney Graham, marking his new album and exhibition; and a 19 year old Amy Winehouse before she released any music in 2003.

Recipe No.

Edible Weeds

Dandelion, a bright yellow weed, has a honey flavour and makes tasty biscuits. The whole dandelion plant is edible and people use it to make tea, wine and salads.