Our new gallery on the lower ground floor is now open The new space takes inspiration from the great treasury displays of the past, presenting one of the finest private collections of Renaissance silverware, paintings, bronzes, maiolica and gems from the Schroder family collection. The display of over 100 pieces of silver includes masterpieces such...
In the 250th anniversary year of Jane Austen’s birth, the Holburne is delighted to present Illustrating Austen, a chance for audiences to see the artwork behind their favourite Austen novels. Centring around Austen’s stories and the characters she created, Illustrating Austen demonstrates how our favourite characters came to life on the page, how different artists depicted them in a range of...
This autumn, the Holburne is delighted to unveil Powder and Presence: Pastel Portraits in the Eighteenth Century, a new temporary collection display on the 2nd floor. In the 1700s, pastel rose in popularity as a favoured medium for both professional and amateur artists. Through Venetian and French influence, British artists embraced pastel for its soft and...
Sculpting the Earth brings together the ceramic works of three little-known women artists of the 20th century: Natalie Bevan, Psiche Hughes and Ann Stokes. The ceramic art of all three artists finds echoes in the charming, figurative output of 18th-century porcelain factories such as Meissen and Bow, examples of which are held in the Holburne’s own...
Ever wondered what connects the stunning Supertrees in Singapore, the iconic Olympic Park Stadium, and Everton Football Club’s new home? The answer lies right here in Bath. This is your chance to see how our city’s talent has helped design global landmarks and leads the market in sectors from Finance to Defence. Join us...
This compelling exhibition arrives in the south, having opened at The Pier in Orkney in June. It brings together the paintings of Winifred Nicholson (1893–1981) and Andrew Cranston (b. 1969), curated by the designer and collector Jonathan Anderson, in collaboration with Andrew Cranston and the gallerist Richard Ingleby. The display explores the connections and...
Create a night-time scene with cats, bats and stars inspired by artist Andrew Cranston. Beautiful collage and drawing materials supplied.
Make a mini 3-D Halloween tea party with all your favourite food - yum! Aimed at children and families who will benefit from a quieter creative workshop, paying attention to those with sensory needs. Designed to be relaxed and informal, this session offers the chance to enjoy lovely creative materials in a mindful setting and...
Make a mini 3-D Halloween tea party with all your favourite food - yum! Suitable for age 5+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Happy Halloween from the Holburne! ✨ Looking for a spooktacular way to celebrate? Join us this evening for Holburne Up Late: Halloween Edition! Explore the museum after hours and enjoy: – Creative workshops – Pop-up food stalls – A Haunted Holburne activity trail – Face painting and more! ️ Free entry (some activities have a...
*Fully Booked* In this workshop, Bookbinder Kate Holland will guide you step-by-step in the traditional craft of bookbinding. The covers will be made using wallpaper faithfully reproduced from Jane Austen's house in Hampshire. You will come away with two books that you have made from scratch; a single-section soft cover notebook and a multi-section...
£2 per item with a small additional charge to fire works. Pay on the day. Open to all! Take inspiration from our exhibition Sculpting the Earth to create your own miniature clay creatures. Think small and beautiful, inspired by the natural world in this relaxed and open workshop. Image credit: 'Pelican' by Psiche Hughes
Sunday 9 November Second Sunday of the month. A special Austen inspired session - expect wigs, bonnets are more! 2- 4pm | £12.50 per ticket (price includes free museum entry to collection galleries and Illustrating Austen exhibition) Cost: £12.50 Concession: £7 - Art Fund, NUS Card (Full time student), 18-25 yr olds Pathways to Wellbeing participants:...
NOW SOLD OUT! Katy Hessel, author of The Story of Art Without Men joins us to discuss her new book How to Live an Artful Life. A celebration of daily inspiration throughout the year in a joyful collection of quotes and ideas from artists. In a world of unwanted distraction, where AI is attempting to replace...
Join us for the launch of Mary Keen's latest book: 'Diary of a Keen Gardener' Mary Keen is an internationally-renowned garden designer and writer, and will be in conversation with gardener and writer Jonny Bruce. Jonny trained at Great Dixter, worked at De Hessenhof in the Netherlands, and has been the sole gardener at...
Step into the magic this festive season! Meet Father Christmas, receive a special gift, and enjoy a heartwarming interactive experience brought to life by professional actors and musicians. Much more than your typical grotto, the experience offers a 20-minute immersive performance where children and grown-ups help the elves wake Father Christmas and discover how they’re...
Nurry is an exceptional local concert pianist who studied music at Wells Cathedral School before attending the Royal College of Music in London. She will be playing a selection of works by Rachmaninov on our Steinway grand piano, which was favoured by the composer himself when he was in the UK. Image courtesy Nurry...
Join us for a festive evening offering a range of thoughtful hand-crafted gifts by our talented community of local artists and makers. Stalls will be spread throughout the museum, offering a range of gifts for all the family including unique prints and cards; handmade jewellery and accessories; stylish homeware; Christmas decorations; children's toys and craft...
Yoga is one of the most beautiful ways to reconnect with your mind, body and spirit. The graceful shapes of asanas, the euphoric stillness that follows each practice — this is art in its purest and most divine form. At the Holburne, we explore yoga as art therapy through movement, breath and surroundings. Join...