Adults

BSU Public Series: Is Nature Healing? Exploring the History and Future of the ‘Nature Cure’ with Dr Samantha Walton

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

Is Nature Healing? Exploring the History and Future of the ‘Nature Cure’ with Dr Samantha Walton FREE (book your place at bathspalive.com) Join us for the first event in the Bath Spa University Public Lecture series at the Holburne Museum for 2019/20. All are welcome. Visit bathspalive.com to book your free place. The 'nature cure'...

Adult Workshop: Drypoint & Monoprint with Penny Grist

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom +1 more

Inspired by our temporary exhibitions, Rembrandt in Print and Matisse: Master of Line this workshop will teach you how to make a Drypoint print. You will be taught how to draw and mark-make on soft metal plate using specialist tools, inks, chine collé and print on the portable press brought in for the workshop. There...

£60

Adult Workshop: Taking a Line for a Walk: A Poetry Writing Workshop with Jane Draycott

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

Spend the day taking inspiration for your writing from two of the greatest masters of the drawn line, Rembrandt and Henri Matisse. This friendly, informal workshop of supportive exercises and discovery is led by award-winning poet Jane Draycott - just bring your pen and your love of words! Jane Draycott’s six poetry collections have been...

£60

Meet the Artist: Exclusive Tour with Candace Bahouth

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

Meet the Artist: Exclusive Tours with Candace Bahouth £6 (limited numbers, booking advised to avoid disappointment) Join artist Candace Bahouth for an exclusive tour of her display in the Davidson Gallery. Hear all about her artistic influences and creative practice in mosaicking and tapestry, and enjoy her beautiful pieces on display.

£6
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Free Drop-in Workshops & Demo’s : Goya and Stories in Print

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

Join us for a weekend celebrating the art of printmaking inspired by the narrative etchings of Spanish artist Francisco Goya. Enjoy free print demonstrations and workshops with printmaker Simon Marsh. No prior experience necessary, but please note that some imagery may not be suitable for under 18s. Simon Marsh works with many leading and emerging...

Free

BSU Public Lecture Series: The Regency Revolution: Jane Austen, Napoleon, Lord Byron, and the Making of the Modern World

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

The Regency Revolution: Jane Austen, Napoleon, Lord Byron, and the Making of the Modern World with Professor Robert Morrison Join us for the second event in the Bath Spa University Public Lecture series at the Holburne Museum for 2019/20. All are welcome. Visit bathspalive.com to book your free place. The Regency (1811-1820) is perhaps the...

The Spirit of Giving

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

Join us for an evening of festive treats, carols and art at the Holburne Museum as six local charitable organisations come together to host a special Christmas party all for a good cause! We invite you to enjoy a cosy evening in the galleries, with delicious festive refreshments and a view of the Holburne’s latest...

£10

Adult Workshop: Ceramics- Blue and White Pots

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

Join award-winning artist, Jo Taylor, for a special clay workshop inspired by Grayson Perry and the Holburne’s ceramic collection. Create your own unique pot, using specialist coiling and sprigging techniques and working with blue and white clay for an elegant finish. The workshop will include a visit to the galleries to draw inspiration from the...

£60

Up Late Friday: Cloth Collections

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

Join us on the last Friday of every month from 5-9pm to experience the Museum free after-hours (Grayson Perry exhibition is ticketed). Immerse yourself in an eclectic programme of pop-up talks, art demos, installations, performances, DJ-sets and cocktails. Ever wondered how textiles designers inspire new trends? Join Second Year students from Bath Spa University’s Fashion...

Talk: Stories from Makers of Bath

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

In Partnership with Mytton Williams Book your free ticket through Eventbrite Inspired by Mytton Williams’ book, Made in Bath, this event is a celebration of the dynamic spirit of makers in the city. Enjoy fascinating and inspirational, PechaKucha (Japanese for chit-chat) style, talks from 8 brilliant local makers including creatives, crafts people, engineers and innovators....

Adult Workshop: Botanical Illustration: Drawing Spring

The Holburne Museum Holburne Museum, Bath, United Kingdom

POSTPONED Please see our Coronavirus page for more details Capture the beauty of nature in this one-day workshop with botanical artist, Julia Trickey. You will be introduced to the techniques and processes used to create delicate and detailed botanical portraits. Starting with simple line drawings you will be encouraged to focus on the form and detail of...

£60