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Explore the World of Banksy Art

Preserving street art’s legacy for future generations.

Accreditation Statement

The Banksy Museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the transformative power of street art, with a particular focus on the works of Banksy. Our mission is to serve as a catalyst for cultural enrichment and economic revitalization in Borodyanka, leveraging the universal appeal of Banksy’s art to inspire resilience and creativity within the community.

We are committed to nurturing emerging talent in the field of art conservation. Notably, we provided a pivotal opportunity for a young Italian conservator to relocate a Banksy mural, a project that led to further ventures, including the restoration of Banksy’s works in Ukraine. This collaboration underscores our dedication to preserving the integrity of street art on a global scale.

In a community where displacement has deeply affected the population, even modest economic gains can make a significant difference. While no single endeavor can fully rebuild Borodyanka, the museum represents a meaningful step toward recovery and revitalization.

The Banksy Museum underscores the role of art as a force for both cultural preservation and socioeconomic progress in post-conflict settings.

Note: The Banksy Museum is an independent institution and is not affiliated with the artist Banksy.

Banksy’s “Aachoo!!” Mural: A Story of Conservation and Preservation

The Banksy History Museum is proud to highlight its pivotal role in the conservation of Banksy’s Aachoo!! mural, originally located on a semi-detached house in Totterdown, Bristol. The mural, which depicted a woman sneezing with such force that her dentures flew out, was created in December 2020 and quickly became an iconic representation of the COVID-19 pandemic. Banksy officially claimed the piece via Instagram shortly after its appearance, and it drew crowds of up to 100 visitors daily.

The Removal and Relocation

On March 12, 2021, the Aachoo!! mural was carefully removed using a crane. The house owner decided to sell the artwork, and the wall it adorned was replaced. The Banksy History Museum took full responsibility for this intricate process, ensuring the mural’s preservation and integrity during its relocation.

Banksy Gorilla in a Pink Mask

Banksy’s Gorilla in a Pink Mask is an early graffiti work that first appeared on the wall of the former North Bristol Social Club on Fishponds Road in Eastville, Bristol. The exact creation date is subject to varying reports, with some sources indicating it was created in 2001, while others suggest it originated in 2002. This piece is believed to be the first time Banksy used a primate in his artwork, marking the beginning of a recurring motif in his oeuvre. In 2011, the mural was inadvertently painted over when the building became a Muslim cultural centre. In September 2020, the artwork was removed from the site by the art restoration company ,which now owns the piece& all Rights.

“Saed & Ahmed from Jalalabad’s centre” in connection with Banksy

Title: NOOT
Artist: Banksy
Year: 2001
Location: Woodlands Road, Glasgow (near Lyndoch Street)
Medium: Spray paint on white plywood (covering basement windows)
Dimensions: 200 x 150 cm (78.7 x 59 in)
Description: Depicts eight refugees standing in bushes near a leaking oil drum, with the word braking the rules in pink lettering.

London, August 2023
An incident of heart-stopping proportions unfolded recently as a courier, entrusted with the
transportation of precious Banksy Street art murals, came perilously close to dropping the priceless
artworks. The incident occurred during the delicate process of moving the artworks to their new
home, recently acquired by an avid American collector with an unwavering passion for Banksy’s
creations.
The courier, carrying the artworks under careful supervision, encountered an unexpected challenge
during the journey. A momentary lapse in balance resulted in a near-drop of the valuable murals.
The swift reflexes of the courier, combined with the vigilant attention of onlookers, prevented the
artworks from meeting an unfortunate fate.

Brown removed with no damage

NOOT

This artwork was originally spray-painted in Glasgow in 2001 on a piece of white plywood covering the basement windows of a property on Woodlands Road near its junction with Lyndoch Street. It features a hummingbird drinking from a leaking oil drum, accompanied by the phrase: “After all, it’s a little bit exciting… breaking the rules,” in pink lettering. The piece, measuring 200 x 150 cm (78.7 x 59 inches), was later painted over but was ultimately saved and has since been attributed to Banksy. It is now preserved in a history museum as part of efforts to document and protect significant street art.

Our Unique Mission

In 2001, Banksy created two notable artworks in Glasgow: one featuring a hummingbird drinking from a leaking oil drum, and another depicting refugees near a leaking oil drum with the phrase “After all, it’s a little bit exciting… breaking the rules.” Both pieces were initially painted over, leading to concerns about the preservation of such significant street art. Recognizing their cultural value, the Banksy History Museum intervened to recover and restore these works. Through meticulous restoration efforts, the museum not only saved these artworks but also contributed to job creation by employing art conservators, historians, and museum staff dedicated to documenting and protecting street art for future generations.

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Preserving Murals: Relocation and Conservation

Our institution is dedicated to preserving street art for future generations. When necessary, we carefully relocate these artworks from wood or brick walls to more stable environments where they can be permanently housed and displayed.

Through these efforts, we safeguard the cultural and historical significance of street art, keeping it accessible to the public in perpetuity.