Founded in 1087, Tewkesbury Abbey dominates the surrounding floodplains. Its 45m tall bell tower is the largest such Norman structure standing. Tewkesbury is famous too for its medieval and Victorian stained glass. More recently Tom Denny designed two stained glass windows to commemorate the 900th anniversary of the Abbey’s foundation. Hereford Cathedral is home to...
Join the Royal School of Needlework and the Holburne Museum, Bath on 6 April for an exciting partnership class inspired by a 17th Century Raised Embroidery Panel. The panel is on permanent display at the museum and you will have an opportunity to view this embroidery and many of the museum’s magnificent objects during the...
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT This recital is a rare chance to hear the beautiful music of Rachmaninov played on the concert grand he used for concerts in Britain, including a 1934 performance in Bath. Irena is a graduate of the Royal College of Music, studying with Niel Immelman and Dina Parakhina. She was...
**PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. ALL TICKET HOLDERS HAVE BEEN EMAILED AND REFUNDS ARE BEING PROCESSED** Art historian, curator and novelist Alicia Foster draws on previously unpublished archival sources in her book Gwen John: Art and Life in London and Paris to explore John’s many relationships with artists and writers. She offers...
Stanley Spencer’s fervent, if somewhat unconventional Christian faith, was frequently reflected in his work, and was regarded as controversial when it was first exhibited- This was especially true of his paintings set in Cookham, where Spencer lived much of his adult life. The Spencer Gallery provides a unique insight into the man, the artist and...
Bath Spa University’s Textile Design for Fashion and Interior (TDFI) students take over the museum for one night only. Immerse yourself in their textile designs inspired by the curious artefacts from the Holburne’s decorative arts collections. During the evening you can enjoy: FREE entry Drinks in the Garden café and Terrace Enjoy FREE access to...
In 1930’s Britain one artist is living and creating rebelliously outside of the social and gender norm. Gluck. No Prefix. No suffix. No quotes. A hugely talented artist, idiosyncratic Gluck lived by nobody’s rules but their own, and when celebrity florist Constance Spry walked into their studio with a delivery, a scandalously queer, tempestuous relationship...
In 1930’s Britain one artist is living and creating rebelliously outside of the social and gender norm. Gluck. No Prefix. No suffix. No quotes. A hugely talented artist, idiosyncratic Gluck lived by nobody’s rules but their own, and when celebrity florist Constance Spry walked into their studio with a delivery, a scandalously queer, tempestuous relationship...
In 1930’s Britain one artist is living and creating rebelliously outside of the social and gender norm. Gluck. No Prefix. No suffix. No quotes. A hugely talented artist, idiosyncratic Gluck lived by nobody’s rules but their own, and when celebrity florist Constance Spry walked into their studio with a delivery, a scandalously queer, tempestuous relationship...
Anyone for coffee and creativity? We're looking forward to our free, drop-in Creativity & Wellbeing coffee morning on Monday 13 May, 10.30 - 12 noon. Every year we mark the beginning of @MentalHealthAwareness Week by connecting through some calming, creative activities. Everyone is invited and you'll find a warm welcome if you come on your own. Fabric...
Mary Moore is the only child of Henry Moore. She has curated numerous exhibitions and written extensively on her father’s life and work as well as appearing on radio and television programmes internationally. She will be hosted by Chris Stephens, Director of the museum, in a discussion that explores Henry Moore’s life and legacy. Garden...
MA Dance | MA Fine Art | MA Music Performance Bath Spa University postgraduate students respond to the collection, the space and the history of the Holburne Museum in a playful, crossdisciplinary collaboration, combining artwork, music and dance. The building will be reanimated with contemporary artwork and site-specific performance that takes as its starting...