Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, nanny, childminder, carer or family friend, Toddler Storytime is a wonderful FREE opportunity to enjoy stories together, meet others and spend time in a creative and welcoming environment. After storytime, explore the family area, discover the Gallery and make a morning of it. 17 Thursdays during term time 10.30am-11am
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Toddler Storytime
Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, nanny, childminder, carer or family friend, Toddler Storytime is a wonderful FREE opportunity to enjoy stories together, meet others and spend time in a creative and welcoming environment. After storytime, explore the family area, discover the Gallery and make a morning of it. 17 Thursdays during term time 10.30am-11am
The Art of the Snowman at Victoria Art Gallery
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
Japanese Prints: the floating world and beyond at Victoria Art Gallery
Discover Japanese woodblock prints from the Galllery’s collection, featuring celebrated actors, beauties and striking landscapes from 19th century Japan.
Constable and his Contemporaries at Victoria Art Gallery
Marking the 250th anniversary of the birth of John Constable, with a display of two Constable drawings alongside works by his contemporaries, including Turner and Girtin.
Mini Makers at Victoria Art Gallery
Hands-on activities designed to build confidence, try new techniques, and enjoy the joy of making art. Suitable for ages up to 11 years. 23 July: printmaking; 29-31 July: colourful watercolours; 5-7 August: forest minibeasts with clay; 12-14 August: unique prints; and 19-21 August: 3D landscapes.
May Half Term at Victoria Art Gallery
Create a large, wild and dreamy landscape using pen and ink, suitable for ages 5-11 years. There will also be Create & Colour sessions in the afternoons, where children can make a blue collage seascape inspired by the exhibition.
Norman Ackroyd: the transience of light at Victoria Art Gallery
Exhibition celebrating the artist and master printmaker Norman Ackroyd CBE RA (1938-2024), bringing together Ackroyd’s etchings from the 1980s onwards, with a focus on how he portrayed natural light with exceptional finesse. From subtle refracted rainbows in early works, to dramatic contrasts, hazy skies and glimmering vistas, his ability to capture the atmosphere of a...
Art on Mondays at Victoria Art Galllery
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...
Toddler Explorers at Victoria Art Gallery
A fun-filled session of play and arty learning for ages 2-4 years designed for parents/carers and toddlers to play and enjoy art together. Each session includes a special child-friendly tour of the gallery, arts and crafts and play time.
Howard Jeffs: everything in my garden at Victoria Art Gallery
An exhibition of unique monotype prints with a painterly quality. Created by local artist Jeffs, they are inspired by garden plants that he has recreated in unusual colour combinations. All works are for sale. Hosted in the small gallery, free entry.
Poster Power! exhibition celebrates 200 years of British poster design in Bath
A bold new exhibition celebrating 200 years of British poster design is opening in Bath this month — and it’s been created with families firmly in mind. Poster Power! launches at the Victoria Art Gallery on 23 January, combining striking historic posters with a free children’s trail, hands-on activities and school holiday crafts. The exhibition...
Poster Power at Victoria Art Gallery
Showcasing a range of British posters from the 19th and 20th centuries from the collections of the Gallery and Bath Record Office on theatre, events and entertainment, travel and transport, political campaigns and even World War One recruiting. Many of the posters have links to the Bath area, advertising events such as Theatre Royal shows,...
Sip and Paint at Victoria Art Gallery
Artist-led painting experience and create your own masterpiece, guided by a professional artist and inspired by a seasonal design. Over 18s only; tickets include well drink and all materials. 28 February: Capture the grace of a hare; 9 May: bring a buzzing bee to life. Sessions run 12-2pm and 3-5pm.
Bath Society of Artists exhibition at Victoria Art Gallery
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.
Toddler Storytime Thursdays at Victoria Art Gallery
An opportunity to enjoy storytime sessions every week in term time. No need to book – just drop in.
Summer fun at The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
Families are in for a treat this summer at The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery, with a packed programme of exciting activities and events to enjoy throughout the school holidays. Young explorers can dig for hidden treasures in an archaeological trench at The Roman Baths, enjoy an ice cream beside the Great Bath, discover...
The Lost Spells at Victoria Art Gallery
An immersive exhibition showcasing artworks by Jackie Morris and poems by Robert MacFarlane, from their book The Lost Spells., a follow-up to The Lost Words. Readers are invited to conjure up the sights and sounds of the natural world, with original artworks, soundscapes and interactive experiences.
The Lost Spells at Victoria Art Gallery
An immersive exhibition showcasing artworks by Jackie Morris and poems by Robert MacFarlane, from their book The Lost Spells., a follow-up to The Lost Words. Readers are invited to conjure up the sights and sounds of the natural world, with original artworks, soundscapes and interactive experiences.
The Lost Spells at Victoria Art Gallery
An immersive exhibition showcasing artworks by Jackie Morris and poems by Robert MacFarlane, from their book The Lost Spells., a follow-up to The Lost Words. Readers are invited to conjure up the sights and sounds of the natural world, with original artworks, soundscapes and interactive experiences.
The Lost Spells at Victoria Art Gallery
An immersive exhibition showcasing artworks by Jackie Morris and poems by Robert MacFarlane, from their book The Lost Spells., a follow-up to The Lost Words. Readers are invited to conjure up the sights and sounds of the natural world, with original artworks, soundscapes and interactive experiences.