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London’s National Gallery receives record-breaking donations for new wing—and will start collecting contemporary art

An unprecedented £375m has already been raised for the extension, which will have space for hundreds of paintings—while Tate is collaborating with the gallery on a revised acquisition strategy

Martin Bailey
8 September 2025
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The National Gallery (left) will demolish St Vincent House (right) to make space for the new wing

National Gallery facade: Alex Segre. St Vincent House: © The National Gallery, London