Every Monday in October a member of the Holburne’s staff including the Director, Curator and Head of Learning, will be hosting FREE informal 'Walk & Talk' sessions, exploring how we reclaim narratives within our collection and sharing some of the work we are doing. This is an opportunity to share ideas and ask questions. Mondays...
Creativity & Wellbeing Tea Party All welcome! FREE When? Tues 8 October, 2 -4pm Where? CLORE Learning room, ground floor of museum Come and join us to mark World Mental Health Day (actual day Thursday 10 October). Let’s get together to enjoy creative activities led by staff and members of our Pathways to...
Bath Portrait Club – drawing in the galleries Sunday 13 October (2-4pm) Normal museum admission charges apply Fast paced and fun, portrait club welcomes everyone (not just artists) to have a go at drawing a face, with the sitter charging every 15 minutes. Giuliana Terran is an artist fascinated by the human form and teaches...
Every Monday in October a member of the Holburne’s staff including the Director, Curator and Head of Learning, will be hosting FREE informal 'Walk & Talk' sessions, exploring how we reclaim narratives within our collection and sharing some of the work we are doing. This is an opportunity to share ideas and ask questions. Mondays...
This event is now sold out Join us for a screening of Paula Rego, Secrets & Stories (2017), a groundbreaking and intimate documentary tracing Paula Rego’s life and artistic practice, followed by a discussion with Nick Willing, director and son of the artist. Film duration: 90 minutes. The Exhibition will be open from 6pm until...
Every Monday in October a member of the Holburne’s staff including the Director, Curator and Head of Learning, will be hosting FREE informal 'Walk & Talk' sessions, exploring how we reclaim narratives within our collection and sharing some of the work we are doing. This is an opportunity to share ideas and ask questions. Mondays...
Celebrating all things light and joyful to mark Diwali, this festival takes place throughout the museum and gardens, inspired by Chila Kumari Singh Burman’s neon installations. Join us for a FREE evening jam packed with entertainment for all ages including:- Film screening of Joyland (certificate 15) Book here Colourful creative family workshops* Make a...
Colour and Texture - Decorative garland making, Family workshop Get festival ready by learning how to make your own beautiful garland. Take inspiration from the bold colours in Chila Kumari Singh Burman’s neon art to create your own signature yet stylish accessory. This workshop is programmed as part of our Festival of Light Up Late...
FREE admission for families during half-term (26 October - 3 November) + a ‘Fantastical Tails’ gallery trail inspired by the wonderful creatures and animals in Chila Kumari Singh Burman and Paula Rego's work (suitable for 6yrs+) Collect your trail for free from museum front desk and get exploring! Up to 2 free adult entries per...
Every Monday in October a member of the Holburne’s staff including the Director, Curator and Head of Learning, will be hosting FREE informal 'Walk & Talk' sessions, exploring how we reclaim narratives within our collection and sharing some of the work we are doing. This is an opportunity to share ideas and ask questions. Mondays...
Calm Sensory Session - Family Morning Tuesday 29 October, 9-11am, FREE Calm Sensory Sessions have been created with neurodivergent children, families and adults in mind who may benefit from visiting the museum in a calmer and quieter period. Explore the museum's first floor galleries 9-10am, then join for tea, coffee and a relaxed creative activity...
Mini Monsters Wednesday 30 October | 10.30am-12.30pm | FREE Family Creative Drop -In Drop-in to our Halloween-themed session to create fun mini-monster finger puppets! Activities designed for children aged 5+ Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
