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View article The trailblazing Victorian artist, the drag show and the painting in Ferens Art Gallery

The trailblazing Victorian artist, the drag show and the painting in Ferens Art Gallery

18th May 2023

Middle Child premiere their latest show – Modest – at Hull Truck Theatre next week, but did you know that the story of the play’s extraordinary protagonist, Elizabeth Thompson, already has a connection to Hull? In 1874, Elizabeth Thompson had the eyes of the art world firmly focused on her after stunning the Royal Academy […]

View article What’s on in Hull – April 2023

What’s on in Hull – April 2023

1st April 2023

Take a look at our handpicked highlights of what’s on in Hull this month.

View article Ancient Egypt exhibitions open for the season at Ferens Art Gallery

Ancient Egypt exhibitions open for the season at Ferens Art Gallery

17th March 2023

Ancient Egypt has arrived at Ferens Art Gallery and is now open for the spring/summer season. Featuring two free exhibitions supported by a dedicated programme for schools and public events, the season will explore the beauty and mystery of ancient Egypt celebrating two of the greatest Egyptian discoveries of the last 200 years. The decoding […]

View article The Awakening 2023: All you need to know

The Awakening 2023: All you need to know

16th March 2023

Hull city centre will be illuminated this weekend with the return of the spectacular Awakening from Freedom Festival. The event, across two evenings, will feature world-class installations and performances, with Hull’s historic areas presented in a new and enchanting light. When is it taking place? Friday 17 March, 6pm until 10pm. Saturday 18 March, 6pm […]

View article ‘Rediscover’ Ferens Art Gallery at new exhibition

‘Rediscover’ Ferens Art Gallery at new exhibition

14th March 2023

An exciting new exhibition ‘Rediscovering Ferens’ has opened at Ferens Art Gallery. Running until Sunday 21 May, the exhibition focusses on the theme of identity and curators have explored what identity means to them, and to communities in Hull. The exhibition has been co-curated by young volunteers aged 18 – 25 years from the Future […]

View article What’s on in Hull – March 2023

What’s on in Hull – March 2023

1st March 2023

Ballroom dancing, ancient Egyptian history, and the return of The Awakening! Here are our picks of what’s on in Hull this March. Strictly Ballroom: The Musical Hull New Theatre, HU1 3HF, 6 – 11 Mar 2023, 2:30pm & 7:30pm Strictly Ballroom: The Musical visits Hull starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Kevin Clifton and BBC’s Eastenders’ Maisie Smith. Directed by TV […]

View article Call for artists to submit their work to the Ferens Open Exhibition 2023

Call for artists to submit their work to the Ferens Open Exhibition 2023

14th February 2023

The Ferens Art Gallery is calling for submissions from professional and amateur artists for their 2023 Open Exhibition. They’re inviting submissions from creatives across the city, whether they are seasoned exhibitors or entering for the very first time. It’s a chance for local artists to have their work seen by thousands of people. It’s also […]

View article Unlock the mysteries of Ancient Egypt in new FREE exhibitions at the Ferens

Unlock the mysteries of Ancient Egypt in new FREE exhibitions at the Ferens

26th January 2023

Ferens Art Gallery are delighted to announce an Ancient Egypt season this Spring/Summer 2023. Featuring two free exhibitions supported by a dedicated programme for schools and public events, the season will explore the beauty and mystery of ancient Egypt celebrating two of the greatest Egyptian discoveries of the last 200 years. The decoding of the […]

View article Summer visitors to Hull museums and art gallery at highest level since 2017

Summer visitors to Hull museums and art gallery at highest level since 2017

30th November 2022

Hull’s museums and art gallery have recorded their highest summer holiday visitor figures since 2017, with numbers far exceeding pre-Covid figures. During the summer holidays, Ferens Art Gallery, Hull and East Riding Museum and the Streetlife Museum had over 81,200 visitors, up 20% on the same time in 2018. Highlights of the summer included two […]

View article Apply to become an Artist in Residence at the Ferens Art Gallery

Apply to become an Artist in Residence at the Ferens Art Gallery

22nd November 2022

The Ferens Art Gallery is putting a call out for an artist in residence to work at the Gallery from February to May next year. Artists are invited to apply by sending in a recent CV, a covering letter outlining their suitability for the role and images or video links of their artwork. This can […]

View article Hull Museums secures £3.3m investment for heritage and culture across the Humber region

Hull Museums secures £3.3m investment for heritage and culture across the Humber region

4th November 2022

Hull Museums is delighted to announce a major £3.3m investment from Arts Council England (ACE) through its National Portfolio Programme to support and expand the work of the Humber Museums Partnership. The funding will enable the three museum services of Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire to continue working together to bring outstanding […]

View article Queen Victoria and her relationship with Hull showcased at new exhibition

Queen Victoria and her relationship with Hull showcased at new exhibition

6th October 2022

Queen Victoria’s own Jewel-Cabinet will visit the city as part of a new exhibition at the Ferens Art Gallery. The exhibition is part of an ongoing partnership with Royal Collection Trust, which was generously lent by the late her majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Previously commissioned for 2020 before the pandemic, this revived exhibition will take […]