Explore our 18th century painter’s room and create your own sculptures, models, and casts. Think outside the box and create your very own 3D masterpieces using a range of materials. 10am–1pm, family drop-in sessions £5 per child with up to two accompanying adults Recommended age from 3–12 years All children must be accompanied by...
From 9am — 10am, Friday 16 August 2024 It's time for another round of Breakfast Tours! Join Pat Hardy, Keeper of Art & Place (Maternity Cover) at Gainsborough's House, to discover behind-the-scenes of our exhibition, Revealing Nature: The Art of Cedric Morris and Lett-Haines. Please arrive for a 9am start for a guided tour...
Street Photography Workshop: 19–20 August, 10am–4pm We have joined forces with Mill Tye Gallery, in Great Cornard, to offer this two day Street Photography Workshop. Photographer Simona Aru will guide you through approaches to composition, juxtaposition, humour and authenticity while capturing moments of daily life. To find out more and to book your place, please...
We believe everyone should have space to get creative and have fun. Be inspired by our galleries and join us in our very own creative space to try your hand at printmaking. 10am–1pm, family drop-in sessions £5 per child with up to two accompanying adults Recommended age from 3–12 years All children must be...
10am–4pm This introductory, one-day workshop is perfect for young people who would like to try printmaking for the first time or to experiment with processes they already know. It is also an opportunity to develop ideas from sketchbooks or coursework to enhance an existing portfolio and is suitable for both beginners and those with more...
Explore East Anglia’s beautiful big skies through our Camera Obscura. Step into Gainsborough’s and Constable’s shoes and be inspired by the landscape that surrounds us. 10am–1pm, family drop-in sessions £5 per child with up to two accompanying adults Recommended age from 3–12 years All children must be accompanied by an adult Book your space...
From 9am — 10am, Wednesday 4 September 2024 Join Pat Hardy, Keeper of Art & Place (Maternity Cover) at Gainsborough's House, to discover behind-the-scenes of our exhibition, Revealing Nature: The Art of Cedric Morris and Lett-Haines. Please arrive for a 9am start for a guided tour of both exhibitions followed by hot drinks &...
A Lesson in Art and Life, the Colourful World of Cedric Morris and Arthur Lett Haines celebrates the long relationship of the two men and their enjoyment of life through gardening, cooking and painting. Join us for an evening with Hugh to find out where his interest in the world of Cedric and Lett...
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....
Gainsborough's House is looking forward to welcoming visitors free of charge for Heritage Open Days 2024. Come and join us on Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 September to explore all we have to offer in the traditional House and New Galleries. This is a fantastic opportunity to see the great art of Gainsborough, along with...
Join Dr Siân Dawson, curator of The Iris Florilegium of Sir Cedric Morris, for an afternoon tour to discover behind-the-scenes of the botanical art exhibition. Booking essential, please buy your tickets for Friday 20 September here. A confirmation will be sent to your email once the booking is successful. Limited tickets available! £15 per...
Draw. Make. Create. Get creative and join us in this free family workshop as part of the national Art History Festival 2024. Draw inspiration from Thomas Gainsborough's world-famous paintings, be inspired by the Suffolk landscape, along with exploration of the works of other famous landscape artists who have captured their local environment further afield. You...
