Celebrating craft, art and moving sculpture, a family exhibition of animated models, toys and whimsical characters. Discover the world of mechanical art made by contemporary makers and get hands on in creative play workshops. Touring exhibition by Cabaret Mechanical Theatre, featuring 25 vibrant and witty mechanical sculptures, brought to life at the push of a […]
Bringing together major works from the last few years by one of Britain’s most celebrated contemporary ceramic artists. Sunlit Uplands presents more than 400 individual ceramic islands with their references to idyllic landscapes. Withdrawing Rooms, is a contemporary twist on the concept of interior an exterior with examples of an on-going series of picture frames, […]
Bringing together works by Eric Ravilious, William Nicholson, Paul Nash, John Nash, Tirzah Garwood, Peggy Angus and other British artists from the 1910s to the 1940s with paintings, drawings, prints and archival material. The exhibition reveals how the stark, rolling forms of the South Downs and related chalk landscapes inspired a generation of artists seeking […]
121st exhibition of BSA with a mix of paintings, prints and sculptures bursting with creativity, imagination and originality. Free tour (with exhibition ticket) at 1:30pm on Thursdays.
Creative course for home educated young people aged 7+ years that will introduce different ways to make art. Try out art techniques inspired by the current exhibition on early photography, as well as creating some space-themed art related to the Herschels’ astronomical discoveries. You will also have the the opportunity to talk to staff and […]
Fast paced and fun session that welcomes everyone (not just artists!) to have a go at drawing a face, with sitters changing every 15 minutes led by Giuliana Terran is a Bristol-based artist and teacher fascinated by the human form (@bath_portrait_club). All materials provided. Ticket includes free museum entry to collection and exhibitions.
Featuring the original book illustrations, animation set ups from the film, artwork for The Snowman and the Snowdog animation and an interactive family activity area, including a recreation of the famous red plane and more. Free guided tour included in exhibition ticket, Thursdays 1.30-2pm
Free talks about the art on display for blind and partially sighted visitors. No need to book. Entrance to the gallery through the accessible door at the side of the building, opposite Mallory’s jewellers. 16 March Richard Menuier, Bath Record Office Manager and Anne Buchanan, Local Studies Libraries, 13 April 2026 Jim Riseley, Museums and Exhibitions […]
