Family Week 2026
August 3 – August 7
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Make the most of the summer holidays at Gainsborough’s House, where creativity, discovery and family fun come together in the heart of Suffolk.
Throughout the school break, families are invited to enjoy Tom’s Tuesdays, a weekly drop-in programme packed with hands-on activities inspired by art, nature and imagination. See the full summer holiday programme here.
The highlight of the season is Family Week (3–7 August 2026), a celebration of creative play featuring a range of events designed for all ages.
Tuesday 4 August: For our Tom’s Tuesday session ‘Cloud Studies‘ (recommended age from 5–12) we’ll be exploring Gainsborough’s Garden and experimenting with cyanotype printmaking.
Wednesday 5 August: The Suffolk Archives: Archive on Tour Trailer is visiting Gainsborough’s House! Discover the story of John Constable and have a go at some art & craft activities inspired by the Constable 250 season (suitable for ages 3–10). Find out more here.
Friday 7 August: We’ll be hosting a series of engaging activities for children aged 0–5, in collaboration with MAKE PLAY… browse all the sessions here.
This is your chance to explore the gallery, gardens and all our creative spaces have to offer while making lasting summer memories together.