For 11-18 yrs Explore landscapes within the Holburne collection and in Sydney Gardens. Make drawings using a variety of media and develop these into a frieze: work onto clay using line, texture and then cast in plaster for beautiful results. Paint a surreal landscape making reference to artists and brothers, Paul and John Nash. Develop...
May Holiday Art Camp: for 5-11 yrs: Tuesday 26 to Friday 29 May - Cancelled due to coronavirus Days packed full of fun; creative activities inspired by the Museum’s collection and exhibitions, led by our experienced team of artists. 9am-4pm £40 per day; £20 discount for booking 4 consecutive days. BOOKING ESSENTIAL: CLICK BUY BUTTON...
This event has been postponed due to the Coronavirus Enjoy a special concert with Irish Guitarist, Manus Noble, and Australian Cellist, Jehanne Bastoni, as they weave magical performances of Japanese and European solos and duets, including pieces by Joe Hisaishi, Yuquijiro Yocoh, Manus Noble, Manuel de Falla and Arvo Part. Having performed at many of...
Cancelled due to Coronavirus Join us on the last Friday of every month from 5-9pm to experience the Museum free after-hours . Immerse yourself in an eclectic programme of pop-up talks, art demos, installations, performances, DJ-sets and cocktails. Creativity for Wellbeing Back by popular demand! Ease into summer with a joyful programme of relaxing and...
Registration and Bookings for this event have now closed Grayson Perry is one of Britain’s leading contemporary artists. Join him live via ZOOM as he discusses his artistic practice in this special event celebrating the Holburne Museum’s major touring exhibition: Grayson Perry: The Pre-Therapy Years. 24 Jan 2020 - 3 Jan 2021 A ZOOM link...
Come and support the Holburne! Browse and buy beautiful plants and herbs, tasty produce and fabulous books and CDs. Enjoy tea, coffee and cakes and get expert gardening advice and tips.
Join us on the back lawn of the majestic Holburne Museum and soak up a feat of musical and performance treats. From mellow Jazz to moving cello concertos which will entertain the garden visitors. SparkFest provides an afternoon of free music and performance in what was once the pleasure gardens of Bath, sit back, relax...
Outdoor Performance Conny can’t get her garden to grow. She’s tried everything, but all that’s there is soil. And honestly? It’s starting to piss her off. Couple that with a struggling career, a less-than-thrilling sex life, and being a small, broke, chubby girl in her twenties, and Conny’s having a pretty sh*t time. Oh. And...
OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE Three incompetent painters - Isaac, Piotr and Damien - challenge each other to create a masterpiece, with the winner having their method of painting declared the best. But soon, cracks start to show, and paint begins to spill. In their efforts to win (through ANY means necessary), they will tear their work, the...
A chance to stop, relax and create! Make a beautiful unfolding 'squash book' with artist Karen Woodfield in our Gardener's Lodge room. Inspired by 'Precious and Rare: Islamic Metalwork from the Courtauld Institute' with all materials provided. We will be operating in a covid secure manner to ensure everyone is comfortable and safe. 10.30am -...
May Bank Holiday (Saturday 29, Sunday 30 and Monday 31) 11am to 4pm each day This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Holburne’s modern extension by architect Eric Parry. To celebrate, we invite you to join us for FREE bookable creative activities directly inspired by our exhibitions and collection. Meet inspirational local artists who’ll be leading a...
A chance to stop, relax and create! Make a beautiful unfolding 'squash book' with artist Karen Woodfield in our Gardener's Lodge room. Inspired by 'Precious and Rare: Islamic Metalwork from the Courtauld Institute' with all materials provided. We will be operating in a covid secure manner to ensure everyone is comfortable and safe. 1.30pm -...