HOUSE COLLECTIVE: Hunting History
Bricks and Buildings House Collective is our creative panel for 16–25-year-olds. Formed by the Learning Team and Volunteer Coordinator, House Collective was formed to bring young voices into the museum.…
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Gainsborough’s House on Bloomberg Connects!
After years of being envisioned, and months of development, we are delighted to announce our Bloomberg Connects guide, launching in February! Bloomberg Connects is an accessibility-meets-interpretation app designed to enhance…
A View from the Marketing Cupboard
Through Cameras and Blue-Light GlassesThe last few months have been packed full of surprises in the Marketing Cupboard. From unexpected gifts, to trying on one of Downton’s finest tiaras, there’s…
Work Experience turned Young Volunteers
From Placement to PassionWe welcomed seven new work experience placements over the summer as part of our mission to provide opportunities to young people in the heritage sector. Today we…
We’ve launched our new Schools’ Offer!
We’re delighted to introduce our new curriculum-linked learning offer at Gainsborough’s House—designed to engage, inspire and ignite imaginations in students of all ages. Our refreshed schools programme provides a range…
Celebrate 298 years with a Gainsborough Tart!
14 May 2025 marks 298 years since the renowned artist’s birth in Sudbury – inching ever closer to our tri-centenary celebrations of 300 years in 2027. Celebrate with us today…
Sudbury’s Craftsmanship on the International Stage
Gainsborough’s House Wins Prestigious International Brick in Architecture Award Honouring Local Skills and Community Collaboration in the Revitalisation of Thomas Gainsborough’s Birthplace Gainsborough’s House is delighted to announce that it…
Why we need volunteers like you…
Be Part of the Gainsborough’s House Story At Gainsborough’s House, our mission is to celebrate and share the life and art of Thomas Gainsborough with as many people as possible.…
How to support our charity through easyfundraising
Step-by-step guide: How to support our charity through easyfundraising At Gainsborough’s House, we’re always exploring ways to sustain our mission as an independent charity. That’s why we’re thrilled to share…
Gainsborough’s House Welcomes Five New Trustees to Its Board
Gainsborough’s House is excited to announce the appointment of five exceptional new Trustees, each bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to support our mission of celebrating the life and…
Preserving Gainsborough: Help us care for our Collection
Here at Gainsborough’s House, we’re proud to be the birthplace of one of Britain’s greatest painters, Thomas Gainsborough (1727–88). But we’re more than just that—we’re a living, breathing space where…
Re-launch of Gainsborough’s House Warm Welcome Coffee Club
Your Invitation to Connect, Create, and Volunteer Sudbury, Suffolk – Gainsborough’s House is delighted to announce the re-launch of its popular Warm Welcome Coffee Club, designed to bring together our…
Gainsborough’s House launch free Art&Design Saturday Club for 13–16 year olds
Gainsborough’s House is delighted to announce it has joined the National Saturday Club network and is launching a new, free-to-attend Art&Design Saturday…
Could you be one of our Trustees?
Are you committed to the development of arts and culture in Suffolk? Do you have a desire to make a positive impact on the community? Gainsborough’s House, Museum and Galleries…
Gainsborough’s House triumphs with prestigious RIBA East Building of the Year Award 2024
Sudbury, Suffolk, May 17, 2024 – The major transformational project at Gainsborough’s House, the historic home and museum dedicated to the renowned 18th-century painter Thomas Gainsborough, scooped three RIBA East architecture…
Calvin Winner appointed as new Director of Gainsborough’s House
Calvin Winner, Head of Collections at the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, University of East Anglia, has been appointed as the new Director of Gainsborough’s House and will commence his…
Gainsborough’s House receives £245,000 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund
Gainsborough’s House is delighted to announce that the museum has been successful in its bid for The National Lottery Heritage Fund Resilience Funding and has won £245,000 for its…
Warm Welcome Coffee Club coming soon for Volunteers…
Warm Welcome Coffee Club coming to Sudbury town to encourage volunteering and enhanced well-being As a result of a successful application to Babergh District Council Community Grants for the Living…
Raise donations for us with your online shopping for FREE!
We’re now registered with easyfundraising, which means you can help us for FREE. Over 7,000 brands will donate to us when you use easyfundraising to shop with them –…
Reborn Gainsborough’s House celebrates its first anniversary
A year ago this week, the extended, refurbished and conserved Gainsborough’s House museum & galleries re-opened to the public. And what a year it’s been. The wonderful new galleries…