About Unit 2
Established in 2001 by the Fine Art Department (based within Sir John Cass Department of Art Media & Design) at London Metropolitan University, Unit 2 is a dedicated contemporary visual art gallery. Housed within the Art and Design campus situated in the heart of the busy and vibrant East End area directly opposite the Whitechapel Art Gallery.

As part of its commitment to providing a platform for practicing artists, in April 2004, Sir John Cass Department of Art Media & Design appointed Unit 2's first Curator, Richard Hylton. In February 2005, following a period of refurbishment the gallery was re-launched and now offers a varied programme of activity including solo shows, group exhibitions, collaborative projects, talks and live events.

London Metropolitan University / Art and Design Department


About London Metropolitan University
London Metropolitan University is one of Britain's largest universities with over 32,000 students and has the added benefit of being based in one of the world's greatest cities.

Reflecting London's cosmopolitan mix, our students come from over 140 countries from many different backgrounds. Courses are available at all levels including undergraduate and postgraduate study with an extensive range of subject choice and flexibility. Many start in February as well as September and are available on a full- and part-time basis.

London Met's two main campuses are in the City, in the heart of London's financial district and minutes from East London's Brick Lane, and in Islington, North London, where you'll find a limitless choice of cafés, restaurants and bars. Both campuses have good access to the West End, with central London on your doorstep.

London Metropolitan University

Unit 2 Gallery, London Metropolitan University, Central House, 59-63 Whitechapel High Street, London E1 7PF
Tel 020 7320 1948/1970   Fax 020 7320 1928   info@unit2.co.uk