The Holburne resumes its title as ‘Lady Danbury’s House’ in Bridgerton series 4
Dearest gentle reader, did you spot the Museum in the latest episodes of Bridgerton Season 4? We are proud to be one of the filming locations in Bath for the…
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King Edward’s School, Bath and the Holburne agree two-year partnership
We are pleased to announce that King Edward’s School (KES) has agreed a two-year partnership with the Holburne. This valuable support will enable the Museum’s Learning & Engagement team to…
George Williams’ long-case clock chimes again!
Following the extensive redevelopment work throughout 2025, our English long-case clock on the ground floor was overdue for some much-needed maintenance. Made from mahogany and other woods, its highly decorative…
Christmas closure
The Museum will be closed on Tuesday 24th, Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th December, re-opening at 10am on Saturday 27th December. We will also be closed on Wednesday 1st January. We’d like to wish all…
Now open – Zandra Rhodes: A Life in Print
24 January – 10 May 2026 The Holburne is delighted to present Zandra Rhodes: A Life in Print, an exhibition showcasing a spectacular array of Dame Zandra Rhodes’ vibrant screen-printed…
Now open – Don McCullin: Broken Beauty
30 January – 4 May 2026 As legendary photographer Don McCullin turns 90, the Holburne announces plans to exhibit for the first time in the UK his most recent body…
Black History Month ‘Fresh Takes – new ways of looking at the Holburne’s Collection’
Bussa Warri For many years, the Holburne has collaborated with students and tutors from Bath Spa University to explore and creatively respond to objects in our collection. This year, BA…
Mervyn Metcalf appointed Chair of the Holburne
The Holburne Museum in Bath is delighted to announce the appointment of Mervyn Metcalf as the new Chair of the Museum Board. Mervyn has served as a member of the…
Now open – Dreams of the everyday: paintings by Winifred Nicholson & Andrew Cranston
3 October 2025 – 11 January 2026 Dreams of the everyday, our new exhibition brings together the paintings of Winifred Nicholson (1893–1981) and Andrew Cranston (b. 1969, Hawick, UK). Dreams…
October Half-Term – Family fun at the Holburne
Join us for a whole week of family activities to fill your half-term! Enjoy FREE admission for families from 27 October to 2 November. Try out self-led craft activities on…
Who was the real Jane Austen?
When you think of Jane Austen, do you picture a serious-looking lady, in a muslin dress and cap? The only known portrait of her, produced in her lifetime, was created…
Masterpiece by Claude Lorrain on public display for first time in 100 years
The Holburne recently opened two new galleries, displaying works on long-term loan from the Schroder family collection. While the lower ground floor sparkles with Renaissance silver, a small but exquisite…