THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT Lubaina Himid’s practice includes paintings, drawings, and installations through which she seeks to uncover marginalised histories, figures, and cultural expressions. We are delighted to welcome her to the Holburne to hear more about the influences on her work, particularly the Lost Threads installation currently on show. Lubaina will be...
All the Small Things - Punk Miniature Portraits Family Creativity Workshop Designed for children and young people to enjoy a morning of creativity. In this fun and playful workshop you will take inspiration from the wonderful miniature portraits in the Holburne's collection, but with a colourful and bold twist! Opt to make a portrait of...
During the evening you can enjoy: FREE entry to our collection galleries Reduced entry to our exhibition Drinks in the Garden café and Terrace Enjoy FREE access to our collection galleries and discounted entry to our exhibition. Our Garden café will be open throughout the evening serving wine, beers and spirits. FREE entry to our collection...
Easter Holidays! Friday 29th March - Sunday 14th April during museum opening hours FREE Easter family trail available. Come and explore the museum – there’s lots to discover! Pick up a ‘Draw & Explore’ trail and find the Easter hares hiding in the Holburne’s collection and grounds.
TUESDAY 2ND APRIL - Perfect Portraits and Curious Cats Learn about the beautiful works of artist Gwen John who loved creating portraits of people and cats! Mix and combine new materials, experimental colours and dynamic drawing to flex your artist’s eye. Easter Art Camp dates: 2, 3, 4, 9, + 10 April 2024 9-4 pm each day. For...
WEDNESDAY 3RD APRIL - Superb Sculpture This art camp promises fun, play and a bit of mess! Explore the experimental world of sculpture inspired by Gillian Lowndes. Use found objects, modroc, clay and more to create abstract shapes and wonderous creatures. You will become a truly radical sculptor for the day! Easter Art Camp dates: 2,...
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...
THURSDAY 4TH APRIL - Japan Inspires Learn about wonderous creatures (shi-shi dogs, ho- ho birds and more!) and discover delicate patterns. Make your own Japanese inspired lantern to take home! Easter Art Camp dates: 2, 3, 4, 9, + 10 April 2024 9-4 pm each day. For children aged 6-11yrs (please note we cannot support children...
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...
Sensing Sculpture Monday 8 April | 10.30am - 12.30pm FREE Family Creative Drop - In Do you love making and constructing? Come and play with inspiring materials to make a 3-D sculpture! Artist led and inspired by the radical processes of Gillian Lowndes. Children must be accompanied at all times.
TUESDAY 9TH APRIL - Print, Pattern, Repeat A day of playful printmaking, inspired by the textile works of Lubaina Himid. Learn how to make your own beautiful wall hanging to take home, then work together to create a collaborative artwork to display in the Museum’s Learning space! Easter Art Camp dates: 2, 3, 4, 9, +...