Institute of Contemporary Arts


Institute of Contemporary Arts

The home of radical art in the middle of London.

Location: The Mall, SW1Y 5AH

Description: The Institute of Contemporary Arts (The ICA) is an artistic and cultural centre on The Mall featuring galleries, a theatre, two cinemas, a bookshop and a bar.

Founded in 1946, the ICA is a membership institute that promotes and encourages an understanding of radical art and culture via a vibrant programme of exhibitions, films, talks and events.

Adam and the Ants played in the restaurant in their first ever gig by pretending to be a country band in 1977. After one song they pulled the plug,and they reconvened in the theatre next door.

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Institute of Contemporary Arts

The home of radical art in the middle of London.

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Credits: https://www.ica.org.uk/

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