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We host exhibitions at some of the most iconic buildings and outdoor spaces in our care. From showcasing contemporary artwork and sharing our collections, to exploring our histories and celebrating connections with people, discover exhibitions near you.
In the 1920s, the world’s interest in Persia’s rich oil assets led to a renewed fascination with Persian art and culture. Explore this new immersive exhibition to learn about the artistic and historical significance of Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson's trips to Persia in the 1920s.
Open from 14 October 2023 until 24 March 2024
This exhibition explores what it's like to live, grow up and work on a rural farm. It reveals the hard work and determination of the farming community; as they navigate the ever-changing agricultural world to achieve a better farming future for people, the environment, and the local wildlife.
From 9 September 2023 until 17 March 2024
Inspired by Italy brings together the work of Kate Somervell, a black and white photographer based in Yorkshire, and Giovanni Battista Piranesi, an eighteenth-century Italian artist. The exhibition highlights the romance and reality of Italy and the Italian influence on one of Yorkshire’s great houses.
Open from 16 September 2023 until 17 March 2024
Contemporary artist and composer Liz Gre explores the spirit of Lindisfarne Castle through this sound and sculptural installation. The sculpture is inspired by the voices of Holy Island and made from weathered raw materials, such as salt, glass, sand and wind.
Coming soon in 2024
Over this year, Hidcote will display a variety of exhibitions, showcasing work by a range of local and international artists. Discover an exhibtion that looks back through Hidcote's archives to highlight the people who have looked after it in the past. You can also an exhibtion by botantical and embroidery artist Olga Prinku.
Open throughout 2024
Photographer and artist Ellen Carey is well known for their work with Polaroid and the 20x24 Studio in New York. Their exhibition of photograms and Polaroids brings a celebration of light, colour and playfulness to the Fox Talbot Museum. They also created a unique piece designed for Lacock which is directly inspired by Talbot's own photogram, 'A Cascade of Spruce Needles'.
Open until 31 March 2024
This new exhibition at Mottisfont shows a wide selection of Heath Robinson's humorous drawings from both World Wars. They demonstrate his ability to counter the horrors of war with gentle satire and absurdity. You'll also hear transcripts of letters from the troops and the public thanking him for his morale-raising efforts.
From 20 January until 14 April 2024
Featuring short videos and interactive displays of collection items, the exhibition sets the scene in the 1690s when leading civil servant William Blathwayt set about rebuilding Dyrham Park. It introduces the transforming local, national and global climate of the period and links historic events and contemporary figures that shaped Blathwayt's world and influenced the place he called home.
Exhibition ongoing
Omnia Vanitas, a 16th-century oil painting, has been moved back to the Saloon at Kingston Lacy for permanent display following years of extensive conservation and technical analysis. It was chosen for treatment following a suggestion that it could be the work of Titian, regarded as the greatest painter of 16th-century Venice. The conservation work was funded by the McGarrick Legacy Fund.
Exhibition ongoing
Explore the refreshed display in the Discovery Room, created by artist Julia Griffiths Jones and designer Heidi Baker, which unpacks the history and range of wildlife and biodiversity at Dinefwr. You can also discover some rare oil paintings in the Landscape Room, which speak of the wealth, status and aspirations of the estate and the family who owned it. There's also the Archaeology of Home exhibition and the Unlocked: 125 Objects from Dinefwr to explore.
Exhibition ongoing
Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.
We've got plenty of events and activities on at the places in our care. From exhibitions and guided walks to outdoor theatre events, discover what's on near you.
Delve into our online exhibitions, where you can see artworks and explore the history of the places and collections in our care from the comfort of your own home.
Find out about the Trust New Art exhibitions and events that are happening at places near you, and learn how to join in with future projects.
The art and heritage collections we care for rival the world’s greatest museums. Learn more about the collection of paintings, decorative art, costume, books, household and other objects at historic places.
Discover the stories behind some of the greatest artworks and artefacts looked after by the National Trust, as told in a dedicated book, 125 Treasures from the Collections of the National Trust.