Welcome to The Hyman Collection.
Our Mission: The Hyman Collection is dedicated to making its extensive collection and archive of British photography accessible to a global audience through exhibitions, a comprehensive touring exhibition programme for museums and galleries, and the creation of this website as an online educational resource.
Our Vision: The Hyman Collection seeks to support and celebrate the diversity of photography in Britain from historic figures to contemporary trailblazers; to foster education and encourage engagement through wide-ranging loans and touring exhibitions; and to enrich, inspire, and cultivate a deeper appreciation for photography in Britain.
Our History: The Hyman Collection was founded by Claire and James Hyman in 1996 and is based in London. It has grown to become one of the most significant collections of British photography in the world. It comprises over 10,000 artworks ranging from historic documentary photographs to the latest conceptual work by young artists.