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Creative Saltram

Inspired by Angelica Kaufman’s self-expression through art, music and poetry, this year Saltram celebrates work by Kauffman and other artists and makers at Saltram, offering ways to get creative on your visits this season.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

The East wing and first floor rooms of the house will reopen with a spotlight on Angelica Kauffman and her inspirations from music, classical themes, and Old Master drawings.

Saltram is home to 11 Kauffman paintings, which this year (until 7 July) will include Kauffman’s portrait of Theresa Parker (1773) being displayed for the very first time, this piece has been loaned from a private collection and will hang in place of Kauffman’s portrait of Sir Joshua Reynolds, whilst it is being exhibited at the Royal Academy of Art in London.

Also on display are the drawings, prints and books that inspired Kauffman's works and her creativity, as well as a closer look at the items within Saltram's collection that would have influenced the artists classical style.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

wheelchair route - bottom floor of the house. Steps lead down to the kitchen and scullery. Turn around in dining room to make your way out. Ramped access at the front of the house for entrance and exit.

Upcoming events

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Spring garden tours 

Join one of Saltram's garden team for a walk and talk. Learn about the history of the garden and its highlights during late Spring. Gain some insider knowledge of how its looked after, you might even pick up some tips to take home with you.

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on
1 May to 29 May 2024
at
11:00 to 11:45
+ 2 other dates or times
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May Half Term - Nature Pattern Play Trail 

An active play trail all around the garden discovering patterns in nature.

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on
25 May to 2 Jun 2024
at
10:00 to 16:15
+ 8 other dates or times
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Wild Wednesdays - May Half Term - Pond Dipping 

Join us for another wild Wednesday session to explore some of the amazing creatures and plants, with a family friendly pond dipping session.

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on
29 May 2024
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 3 other dates or times