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View article First Look at new Ferens exhibition celebrating Hull’s LGBTQ+ history and communities

First Look at new Ferens exhibition celebrating Hull’s LGBTQ+ history and communities

A new exhibition celebrating Hull’s LGBTQ+ history opens at Ferens Art Gallery this Saturday (August 14). Hull Museums and Ferens Art Gallery have been working in partnership with local LGBTQ+ community groups to identify untold narratives in this community-led retelling of Hull’s LGBTQ+ history. Pride in Our City documents experiences of being part of LGBTQ+ […]

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View article Make the most of the summer with fantastic FREE programme of activities and events from Hull Museums

Make the most of the summer with fantastic FREE programme of activities and events from Hull Museums

The summer holidays have arrived and there is a whole host of free activities and attractions for visitors to enjoy across the city’s fantastic museums and galleries. From tours to trails, theatre performances to live music and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Hull Museums are inviting people to take part in activities on […]

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View article First look at Ferens Open Exhibition 2021

First look at Ferens Open Exhibition 2021

The Ferens Open Exhibition is back. The exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region, opens at Ferens Art Gallery on Saturday 24 July at 12 noon. The exhibition features more than 270 artworks including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles and film produced by local amateur and professional artists. Many of […]

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View article How changes to restrictions on Monday will effect Hull Museums

How changes to restrictions on Monday will effect Hull Museums

On Monday 19 July, the country will reach stage 4 of the government’s roadmap out of lockdown. Following the announcement from government, Hull Museums are looking forward to being able to welcome more visitors to their sites during the summer while still making the safety of visitors and museum staff a priority. After reviewing their […]

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View article How a French masterpiece is inspiring young artists in Hull

How a French masterpiece is inspiring young artists in Hull

Young people from Hull are taking centre stage as part of an exhibition focussing on Claude Monet’s stunning landscape painting, Antibes (1888). The masterpiece – on loan from The Courtauld Gallery, London is currently on display alongside artworks from the Ferens Art Gallery’s permanent collection until 4 July. The exhibition, Monet in Mind, focusses on […]

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View article Huge weekend of culture set to shine light on Hull’s creativity and talent

Huge weekend of culture set to shine light on Hull’s creativity and talent

Hull-based cultural development organisation Absolutely Cultured has announced its programme for Creative Hull – a weekend-long celebration of Hull’s creativity. Taking place from the 16 -18 July, the weekend will showcase many local artists, residents, community groups and cultural organisations. More than 60 different activities are now confirmed, taking place in existing venues, disused shops […]

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View article Ferens Art Gallery announces new exhibition exploring Hull’s LGBTQ+ history

Ferens Art Gallery announces new exhibition exploring Hull’s LGBTQ+ history

Ferens Art Gallery will host a new exhibition this summer celebrating Hull’s LGBTQ+ history and documenting people’s experiences of being part of LGBTQ+ communities in the city. The exhibition will build upon an online exhibition that launched during lockdown and is still available to view on the Humber Museums Partnership website. Pride in Our City […]

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View article Monet masterpiece arrives in Hull ahead of exciting new exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery

Monet masterpiece arrives in Hull ahead of exciting new exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery

A masterpiece by the French artist Claude Monet will be the centrepiece of a new exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery, which will focus on the importance of mindfulness and reflection in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Monet’s Antibes (1888) is the inspiration and centrepiece of Monet in Mind, which will open on Monday 17 May […]

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View article Hull museums announce plans for reopening

Hull museums announce plans for reopening

Three of Hull’s most-treasured museums and galleries plan to reopen on Monday 17 May, subject to government guidance. Ferens Art Gallery, the Streetlife Museum and the Hull and East Riding Museum plan to reopen, with safety measures and guidance in place to protect both visitors and staff. Simon Green, cultural services director at Hull Culture […]

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View article Magical Museums activity booklet returns for Easter holidays

Magical Museums activity booklet returns for Easter holidays

Children across the city will be keeping themselves entertained this Easter with the Magical Museums activity booklet from Hull Museums. The second edition of the booklet, developed in partnership with Hull City Council’s Healthy Lifestyles Team and designed by artist Joseph Cox, has a health and wellbeing theme and is filled with fun activities inspired […]

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View article Submit your artwork for chance to exhibit at Ferens Art Gallery as part of annual Open Exhibition

Submit your artwork for chance to exhibit at Ferens Art Gallery as part of annual Open Exhibition

Submissions are now being accepted for Ferens Art Galley’s annual showcase, the Open Exhibition. This year’s Open, the 54th, is set to launch at the Ferens Art Gallery in July and run until October. The Open Exhibition showcases a diverse range of talent and is open to painters, drawers, photographers, sculptors, ceramicists, as well as […]

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