Maggi Hambling in Conversation with Calvin Winner

45 minute talk with 15 minutes for questions Join us for this special event with Maggi Hambling in conversation with Gainsborough’s House Executive Director, Calvin Winner. To co-inside with our latest exhibition Revealing Nature: the Art of Cedric Morris & Lett-Haines, Maggi will be recalling her time with the two 20th century artists at the...

Tom’s Tuesday – The Big Draw 2024

Drawing in Motion Come and discover the dynamic and ever-changing nature of drawing. Explore animation, discover movement within the Camera Obscura, and experiment with different ways of drawing. Come along and get involved with some creative fun for the whole family. 10am–1pm, family drop-in sessions £5 per child with up to two accompanying adults Recommended...

Warm Welcome Coffee Club – 30 October

  The Gainsborough's House Warm Welcome Coffee Club offers a warm, friendly, and inclusive space for our volunteers to connect, share experiences, and support one another. Drop in anytime between 10.30 am–12.30 pm to enjoy a cup of coffee and meet with fellow volunteers from different roles across the site. This is a safe space...

Life Drawing with Sue Marsdon – 2 November 2024

Join Sue Marsdon with the life drawing group on the first Saturday of every month. Enjoy a full day of life drawing at Gainsborough's House with lots of different poses throughout the day. While Sue will suggest some poses and techniques, this session is untutored, and therefore best suited to those with some drawing experience....

Warm Welcome Coffee Club – 27 November

  The Gainsborough's House Warm Welcome Coffee Club offers a warm, friendly, and inclusive space for our volunteers to connect, share experiences, and support one another. Drop in anytime between 10.30 am–12.30 pm to enjoy a cup of coffee and meet with fellow volunteers from different roles across the site. This is a safe space...

A Festive Evening at Gainsborough’s House

Kick start the holiday season with a special evening at Gainsborough's House! We're joining the festivities with Sudbury Town during the Christmas Light Switch-On, why not pop down to see us? Join us on Friday 29 November for late-night shopping and warm treats. Enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate from The Watering Place café with your...

Festive Wreath Making Workshop – afternoon

  Get into the Christmas spirit with our Festive Wreath Making Workshops at Gainsborough's House, hosted by local florist Just Anne Flowers. Enjoy an afternoon of creativity as you craft a beautiful wreath for your home. All materials are provided, plus you'll be treated to mince pies and a glass of fizz while you work....

3–day Etching course with Jason Hicklin

10am–4pm This 3-day course is a hands-on experience, working with the three major etching, intaglio processes of hard ground, soft ground and aquatint. Working on existing plates is encouraged along with working on new plates and taking these plates through to the finished print on paper. Intermediate – experienced level course All materials provided Max....

Life Drawing with Sue Marsdon – 7 December 2024

Join Sue Marsdon with the life drawing group on the first Saturday of every month. Enjoy a full day of life drawing at Gainsborough's House with lots of different poses throughout the day. While Sue will suggest some poses and techniques, this session is untutored, and therefore best suited to those with some drawing experience....

Breakfast Tour – 11 December 2024

  From 9am — 10am, Wednesday 11 December 2024 Join Dr Patricia Hardy, Keeper of Art & Place (Maternity Cover) at Gainsborough's House, to discover the story behind our exhibitions, Image of the Artist: Portraits from the Royal Academy & Picture Perfect: A Century of Fashion Photography from the National Portrait Gallery. Please arrive for...

Life Drawing with Sue Marsdon – 4 January 2025

Join Sue Marsdon with the life drawing group on the first Saturday of every month. Enjoy a full day of life drawing at Gainsborough's House with lots of different poses throughout the day. While Sue will suggest some poses and techniques, this session is untutored, and therefore best suited to those with some drawing experience....

Life Drawing with Sue Marsdon – 1 February 2025

Join Sue Marsdon with the life drawing group on the first Saturday of every month. Enjoy a full day of life drawing at Gainsborough's House with lots of different poses throughout the day. While Sue will suggest some poses and techniques, this session is untutored, and therefore best suited to those with some drawing experience....

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