A Day at the National Portrait Gallery in London

<h2>Introduction</h2> <p>The 22nd of June, 2023 was an unforgettable day for art lovers in London as the National Portrait Gallery reopened its doors after three years of extensive renovations. I was lucky enough to be among the first visitors to the newly reopened gallery, and it was a truly remarkable experience.</p> <h2>The Renovations</h2> <p>The National Portrait Gallery recently underwent a &pound;35.5 million renovation project aimed at modernizing the building, improving accessibility, and creating new exhibition spaces. The project was a long-term undertaking involving numerous upgrades and modifications to enhance the visitor experience.</p> <p>One of the key goals of the renovation was to make the building more accessible to all visitors. To achieve this, new elevators were installed in strategic locations throughout the gallery, making it easier for people with mobility issues to move around the building. The historic fa&ccedil;ade of the gallery was also carefully restored, preserving the building&rsquo;s rich heritage and ensuring that it remains a landmark of cultural significance.</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/@seculverwell/a-day-at-the-national-portrait-gallery-in-london-3282c9729c6f"><strong>Website</strong></a></p>