The Hepworth Wakefield will soon become a reality as construction on the city's major new waterfront gallery and centre for creative arts gets underway in the next few months.

The new gallery, designed by internationally acclaimed British architect David Chipperfield, will replace Wakefield Art Gallery when it opens in 2009.

The new gallery will feature the unique collection of 30 original plaster sculptures by Barbara Hepworth, Wakefield’s important art collections and a range of inspiring exhibitions, functions, events and creative activities.