London Metropolitan University, Central House
59-63 Whitechapel High Street
London
E1 7PF
T: 020 7320 1948
Open: times vary depending on exhibition, please check website for details
Established in 2001 by the Fine Art Department (based within Sir John Cass Department of Art Media & Design) at London Metropolitan University, Unit 2 is a dedicated contemporary visual art gallery. Housed within the Art and Design campus situated in the heart of the busy and vibrant East End area directly opposite the Whitechapel Art Gallery.
As part of its commitment to providing a platform for practicing artists, in April 2004, Sir John Cass Department of Art Media & Design appointed Unit 2's first Curator, Richard Hylton. In February 2005, following a period of refurbishment the gallery was re-launched and now offers a varied programme of activity including solo shows, group exhibitions, collaborative projects, talks and live events.