A 'mini version of the Tate' will be housed at the RIBA building on Mann Island during the refurbishment.
Over 70,000 works of the gallery's collection will be put into storage while the revamp takes placeTate Liverpool is preparing to close its doors ahead of a two-year £27.9m transformation.
Head of Learning at Tate Liverpool, Shaun Curtis, said over 70,000 works would go into storage but a range of exhibitions would be at the new venue."During the two years of temporary closure we will run programme of exhibitions, learning projects and talks, and there will also be a café and a shop" Mr Curtis said.
The newly refurbished gallery, which is set to open in 2025, will feature a new public "Art Hall", double-height galleries and more social space. She said: "Whilst we are embracing renewal, we are determined to retain and celebrate the world-class heritage of this remarkable 180-year building, whilst at the same time addressing today's urgent demands for equality of access, energy-efficiency, and flexible spaces for future generations."Plans for the 180-year-old Tate Liverpool building include a new public "Art Hall"
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