Cross Street Arts was set up as a charitable organisation in 1999. The studios and gallery space are based in the village of Standish on the outskirts of Wigan.
Cross Street Arts aims to provide, where possible, access to studio spaces and exhibition opportunities for professional artists. One of our goals is to create greater access to the visual arts and encourage learning and appreciation of these in the public arena. In 2024, we proudly celebrated our 25th anniversary, a milestone that reflects our long-standing dedication to nurturing creativity and promoting the value of visual arts within the cultural landscape.
The Cross Street Arts community is a collective of studio-based and associate professional contemporary artists who bring a diverse range of practices and perspectives. Our members are at the heart of everything we do, contributing not only their creative talents but also their time, energy, and expertise to ensure the successful running of Cross Street Arts. This collaborative spirit fosters an environment where ideas are shared, projects are developed, and mutual support thrives.
Our artists exhibit art work both locally and internationally. We hold regular group exhibitions including open studio events. Our artists also facilitate a stall and events at Standish Christmas Markets each year, and deliver creative talks and workshops. We have a dedicated, specialist board of Trustees who volunteer their time to govern Cross Street Arts.
Each of our artists has a dedicated webpage on the website which shares their art work, artist bio, contact details and a list of their exhibitions.
If you are interested in joining as an artist member of Cross Street Arts, find out more and apply on our membership page.
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