What’s On

Mar 10 @ 10:30 am Nature in Art
Dare to Dabble Choose from 2 sessions: 10.30am – 1.00pm or 2.00pm – 4.30pm Learn about the different traditional techniques before creating your own aboriginal painting. Small rocks will be provided to paint on but ... Read more
Mar 10 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Nature in Art
The astonishing story of a zoo-born lion’s journey from the pet department at Harrod’s to freedom in the wilds of Africa. Be prepared for laughter and tears in this tale of heartbreak, joy and ultimate triumph ... Read more
Mar 22 – Apr 24 all-day Nature in Art
Exhibition: This display features a wonderful collection of Chinese folk art – embroidered children’s hats roughly 100 years old. Silk has been used in China since ancient times and embroidery has become a common folk ... Read more
Mar 22 – Apr 24 all-day Nature in Art
Exhibition: A display by Dutch lace maker Yvonne Scheele-Kerkhof and her interpretations of Asian motifs. She describes her work as ‘painting in thread’ and through these exquisite pieces she takes us on a journey to ... Read more
Mar 25 – Apr 10 all-day
Exhibition: Inspired by nature in a single seedpod or insects sheltering in the tree canopy, a found treasure or beloved artefact, the work within this exhibition is constructed using material such as handmade paper, rusty ... Read more
Apr 13 @ 10:30 am Nature in Art
Dare to Dabble Choose from 2 sessions: 10.30am – 1pm or 2pm – 4.30pm An action packed workshop that will look at many types of paper art including dip dying, folding and cuts. You will ... Read more
Apr 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Nature in Art
Geometric and zoomorphic patterns in vibrant colours decorate the traditional garment shapes of Central and South America. A society based on woven and embroidered textiles is as relevant today as it was in the past. ... Read more
Apr 26 – May 22 all-day Nature in Art
Exhibition: This display will highlight a collection of nature-inspired glass, mostly loaned by the Broadfield House Glass Museum, but will also include work from the Nature in Art collection. A number of different techniques will ... Read more
May 10 – Jun 12 all-day Nature in Art
Exhibition: This is Nature in Art’s first ever exhibition of stereoscopic (3-D) images, first invented in 1832 and now enjoying a revival. You will be able to borrow some of our 3D glasses and go ... Read more