The Gibraltar Exhibitions of Modern Art Gallery, GEMA, is a unique gallery space, located in Montagu Bastion, Line Wall Road. Prior to its conversion to an art gallery, the site was one of many bastions which were designed to create a curtain wall known as ‘Montagu Curtain’. A British bastion has been on this site since 1730s and has continuously evolved. Upon visiting the Gallery, you can still find elements relating to its past such as the old gun embrasures and gunpowder stores. Now it aims to celebrate the work of Gibraltarian artists and showcase artworks from the Gibraltar Government’s Collection. The Bastion’s original stone walls create a distinctive backdrop for the collection of art, which includes paintings, sculptures, video, installation, and photography.
GEMA Gallery marks its 10th anniversary with a special rededication exhibition celebrating Gibraltar’s vibrant artistic community. Bringing together winners of the annual International Art Competition from the 1960s through to 2025, the show draws primarily from the Gibraltar Government Art Collection to present a rich cross-section of disciplines, styles, and ideas. The result is a compelling portrait of how artistic practice on the Rock has evolved over nearly six decades. Alongside the exhibition, the gallery offers interactive activities for both children and adults, creating an engaging, memorable experience for visitors of all ages.
This venue also serves as a cultural hub and has played host to many functions and events, to include fashion and dance workshops, live music, theatre productions and a yoga event.
Gibraltar Cultural Services continuously works to promote the artworks on display at the gallery with tours for children and other activities and Interactive material to make visits more enjoyable. GEMA is accessible and inclusive, and entrance is free.
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