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Special exhibitions
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.
Exhibitions in the North
From the Earth: Nunnington Hall, North Yorkshire
This exhibition explores how nature is a force to be reckoned with. Showcasing works by East Riding Artists, they celebrate everything the natural world has to offer. From the power of the North Sea to the regions countryside and coastline to the food we grow and the flowers we cultivate, there's much to apprecaite in our ever-changing world.
Open until 12 May 2024
Embodied Cacophony: Lindisfarne Castle,Northumberland
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
Exhibitions in the South West
2024 exhibitions: Hidcote, Gloucestershire
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
Light Struck: Lacock, Wiltshire
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 May 2024
Heath Robinson at War: Mottisfont, Hampshire
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
The world of William Blathwayt: Dyrham Park, Bath
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: Kingston Lacy, Dorset
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
Exhibitions in Wales
Exhibitions at Dinefwr, Wales
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
A Tiger in the Castle: Powis Castle, Wales
Discover this exhibition by award-winning Welsh artist Daniel Trivedy. Responding to the castle's colonial connection to India, the exhibition features a series of photographic images, a video performance and a filmed interview with the artist. You'll also see a writer's poetic response by Lauren Craig which unpacks deeper meanings behind the Daniel's performance.
Open until 31 May 2024
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