Book your tickets in advance or pay on arrival. Members are granted free entry. Your General Entry ticket includes entry to all exhibitions and the Collection Galleries. One of the art world’s best kept secrets, we are thrilled to present the work of Gillian Lowndes to a wider audience. Gillian Lowndes (1936-2010) was one of...
THE HOLBURNE ‘RE-FRAMED’ ‘New Year, New Holburne . . . New You?’ Intrigued? Come to our multi-faceted Museum ‘re-frame’ with the first ever Volunteer led Up Late revealing the Museum in a new light. Be inspired by ‘New Perspectives’: volunteer gallery trails, talks and insights. Preview Turner Prize winner Lubaina Himid’s vibrant new textile installation....
Join us for our monthly Up Late to see our exhibitions after hours. During the evening you can enjoy: FREE entry to our collection galleries Reduced entry to our exhibition Gwen John: Art and Life in London and Paris (£7) Drinks and sharing plates in the Garden Café No booking required just turn up. In...
Sue Hubbard, the award-winning poet, novelist and art critic, will read from her recent publication God’s Little Artist, a biography in verse on Gwen John which celebrates her passionate life and work. FREE - booking required This event takes place during the Holburne Up Late. The Galleries and café will be open 5pm – 8.30pm
Tanya Harrod, author of The Crafts in Britain in the Twentieth Century, will explore Gillian Lowndes’s work in the context of the period in which British ceramicists pushed the boundaries of modern sculpture. The Garden Café will be open serving drinks from 6pm – 7pm The Car Park is FREE after 6pm and will close...
THIS EVENT HAS NOW SOLD OUT Former Archbishop of Canterbury, academic, poet and writer, Rowan has written a series of poems about Gwen John which, he has said, ‘come from a deep, deep love of Gwen John’s painting, but also fascination with a figure who moves in and out of much larger, aggressive and frequently...
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT Lubaina Himid’s practice includes paintings, drawings, and installations through which she seeks to uncover marginalised histories, figures, and cultural expressions. We are delighted to welcome her to the Holburne to hear more about the influences on her work, particularly the Lost Threads installation currently on show. Lubaina will be...
During the evening you can enjoy: FREE entry to our collection galleries Reduced entry to our exhibition Drinks in the Garden café and Terrace Enjoy FREE access to our collection galleries and discounted entry to our exhibition. Our Garden café will be open throughout the evening serving wine, beers and spirits. FREE entry to our collection...
**PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. ALL TICKET HOLDERS HAVE BEEN EMAILED AND REFUNDS ARE BEING PROCESSED** Art historian, curator and novelist Alicia Foster draws on previously unpublished archival sources in her book Gwen John: Art and Life in London and Paris to explore John’s many relationships with artists and writers. She offers...
Bath Spa University’s Textile Design for Fashion and Interior (TDFI) students take over the museum for one night only. Immerse yourself in their textile designs inspired by the curious artefacts from the Holburne’s decorative arts collections. During the evening you can enjoy: FREE entry Drinks in the Garden café and Terrace Enjoy FREE access to...
Mary Moore is the only child of Henry Moore. She has curated numerous exhibitions and written extensively on her father’s life and work as well as appearing on radio and television programmes internationally. She will be hosted by Chris Stephens, Director of the museum, in a discussion that explores Henry Moore’s life and legacy. Garden...
Time to stop, relax and enjoy a ‘go-slow’ evening of inspiring creativity and relaxation. Book a Sound Bath session in our beautiful gallery (pre-booking essential) BOOK HERE Book Yoga with Emma Reynolds in the Community Pavilion (pre-booking essential) BOOK HERE Try a gentle creative activity including printing a ‘Make Your Mark’ calico bag inspired by...
