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Royal Academy of Arts

Royal Academy of Arts
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George III founded it on 10 December 1768 with Joshua Reynolds as first president, and its first exhibition opened in April 1769. It has occupied Burlington House since 1868. The Collection Gallery at 6 Burlington Gardens is closed until 2027.

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