Barbican Art Society

The charity's objectives are to advance public education and appreciation of the arts. It runs art classes, workshops and exhibitions in and around the Barbican estate in the City of London.

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Activities & Mission

The charity's objectives are to advance public education and appreciation of the arts. It runs art classes, workshops and exhibitions in and around the Barbican estate in the City of London.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

City Of London

Financial Information

Latest Income

£35,106

Latest Expenditure

£32,102

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 91.4%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 91.4%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£35,106	£32,102	0 / 1
2024	£32,680	£29,583	0 / 1
2023	£21,886	£20,995	0 / 1
2022	£14,188	£13,957	0 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Barbican Art Society

What does Barbican Art Society do?

The charity's objectives are to advance public education and appreciation of the arts. It runs art classes, workshops and exhibitions in and around the Barbican estate in the City of London.

How much income did Barbican Art Society report in 2025?

Barbican Art Society reported total income of £35k and reported expenditure of £32k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Barbican Art Society registered as a charity?

Barbican Art Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 November 2015 as charity number 1164194. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Barbican Art Society?

Barbican Art Society is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Barbican Art Society operate?

Barbican Art Society operates in City Of London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Barbican Art Society a registered charity?

Yes — Barbican Art Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164194.