More than 40 local heroes, as nominated by the community, cut the ribbon at 10am, marking the opening of a landmark new building for the city. | Elliot Nichol Photography

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In pictures: 6,000 visit Culture House on opening day in Sunderland

Lifestyle Editor

Published 13th Sep 2026, 08:29 GMT

Three years in the making, Sunderland’s major new landmark, Culture House, opened its doors this weekend.

It featured a whole day of pop up activities and events at the multi-purpose space, home to the City Library, galleries, play areas, studios, events space, Blacks Corner restaurant and more - and 6,000 of you checked it out on opening day.

For 16 things to do at Culture House see here.

Here’s some highlights:

13. Taking it all in

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14. Opening hours

Culture House is free to enter and is now open daily from 10am to 6pm. | Elliot Nichol Photography

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15. Come on in

Culture House is aimed at being a ‘living room’ for the city, where anyone can call in. | Elliot Nichol Photography

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In pictures: 6,000 visit Culture House on opening day in Sunderland

Three years in the making, Sunderland’s major new landmark, Culture House, opened its doors this weekend.

13. Taking it all in

14. Opening hours

15. Come on in

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