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Secrets of the Collection: Art

This year Ormesby Hall celebrates the Pennyman family’s artistic legacy through an arts collections focused exhibition

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

The Secrets of the Collection exhibition showcases the Pennyman family’s connection to the arts and their links to prominent artists. The exhibition will display some of the art highlights from the Pennyman collection and the stories behind them.

This exhibition is on the first floor of the house, which is only accessible via the main staircase (no lift).

Ormesby Hall is open Thursdays – Mondays, 10.30am – 4, last entry into the house at 2.45pm to close at 3.30pm. Normal admission applies to visit Ormesby Hall and there is no need to book to visit.

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

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Please note the exhibition room is on the first floor of the mansion, accessed by stairs only.

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