In the Picture Gallery, Nicolas Party has created a large-scale mural responding to one of the works in our collection: A Brawl between Peasants by Benjamin Gerritsz. Cuyp (1612–1652). Party became interested in the work following extensive research into the Holburne’s collection after visiting in 2023. Born in Switzerland in 1980, he is well-known for his...
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...
Almost everything we think we know about Jane Austen is wrong, according to the author Helena Kelly. Instead, she introduces the reader to a passionate woman living in an age of revolution; who used her writing to grapple with the weightiest of subjects - feminism, slavery, abuse, the power of the Church, even evolution -...
Scent and Sensibility: Exploring colonial legacies through aromatherapy Thursday 9 October | 10.30am - 1pm | £25pp* Explore the hidden legacies of colonialism in the museum’s collection - through scent. In this unique sensory workshop, aromatherapist and botanical perfumer Lindsay Woodman invites you to engage with these histories in an embodied way. Drawing on her...
Join us for a day of community connection, creativity and wellbeing, as we mark World Mental Health Day 2025. All welcome! Discover fun and creative ways to support your wellbeing in the beautiful surroundings of the Holburne Museum and Sydney Gardens. Lots on offer throughout the day: ⭐ Creative workshops (Printmaking, Make a Dreamcatcher,...
Sunday 12 October Second Sunday of the month 2- 4pm | £12.50 per ticket (price includes free museum entry to collection galleries) Cost: £12.50 Concession: £7 - Art Fund, NUS Card (Full time student), 18-25 yr olds Pathways to Wellbeing participants: £5 Art for All! 28 places available Fast paced and fun, Bath Portrait Club...
Presented in partnership with University of Bath The Holburne’s glass extension of 2011, and our new Schroder Gallery, were conceived by Eric Parry RA. In this fascinating discussion, he will be joined by Bob Allies, renowned architect who was appointed the City of Bath’s first ‘Architect in Residence’ in 2024. Together they will reflect on...
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...