HQ Function

Serves as the central administrative hub for the Tate organization, overseeing curatorial strategy, collection management, national and international programmes, research, digital initiatives, and operational support for all Tate galleries.

Notable Features:

Co-located with Tate Britain, a historic Grade II* listed building with notable architectural elements like the Rotunda, Duveen Galleries, and the Clore Gallery (housing the Turner Bequest). It boasts a prominent position on the River Thames.

Work Culture:

As a leading public art institution, the work culture at Tate's headquarters emphasizes curatorial excellence, scholarly research, public engagement, education, conservation, and digital innovation. It fosters a collaborative environment dedicated to making art accessible and relevant to diverse audiences.

HQ Significance:

The Millbank site is the historic heart of Tate, where the institution was founded by Sir Henry Tate in 1897. It remains central to Tate's mission, managing the national collection of British art and playing a pivotal role in the UK's cultural landscape.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters, through Tate Britain, reflects Tate's core values: commitment to preserving and showcasing British art heritage, fostering artistic innovation, promoting learning and research, and ensuring public access to and engagement with art.

Location:

While its physical galleries are based in the United Kingdom, Tate maintains a significant global presence. This is achieved through international loans from its extensive collection, touring exhibitions to museums worldwide, collaborative partnerships with international art institutions, strategic acquisitions of art from global artists, and influential research publications. Tate's comprehensive digital platform (Tate Online) also reaches a vast international audience, making its collection and resources accessible globally and contributing to international art discourse and scholarship.

Street Address:

Millbank

City:

London

State/Province:

England

Country:

United Kingdom