People from Hull pictured under water in new Ferens exhibition 13th November 2019 A new photography exhibition featuring people from Hull submerged in water is to go on display at Ferens Art Gallery this weekend. Sea; the Remains Between is the latest in an award-winning series of work from visual artist and filmmaker Estabrak. The photographs feature people from diverse communities in Hull portrayed submerged in water. They […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News What's on ArtEstabrakFerens Art Gallery
5 things to do in Hull this weekend 7th November 2019 Millions who lost their lives in the First World War and subsequent conflicts will be remembered in Hull this weekend. The city is also hosting a famous portrait of one of its most celebrated sons, a performance about one of its unsung heroes, the return of a YouTube sensation and the bizarre misadventures of a […] Read more Ferens Hull City Hall Hull New Theatre Leisure & Culture News What's on 5 things to do in Hull this weekendHull CenotaphJonathan PiePark Street Performing Arts CentreRemembrance SundayStick ManWilliam Wilberforce
Young artists to takeover Ferens Art Gallery for special programme of late events 23rd October 2019 Hull’s Ferens Art Gallery is opening its doors after dark for a special programme of events aimed at encouraging younger audiences to the gallery. Ferens Late is a co-production between Ferens Art Gallery and Future Ferens – a group of young creatives aged between 16 and 25. The first late is on Friday 1 November […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News What's on AJAAnna BeanFerens Art GalleryFerens LateFriends of FerensFuture FerensLGBQTIA+
Young artists invited to display work at Ferens Art Gallery 4th October 2019 Artists aged 15 and under are being invited to show off their talents at this year’s Junior Open at Ferens Art Gallery. This exciting opportunity offers children a chance to see their artwork on display with the renowned Ferens Art Gallery permanent collection. The artworks selected will be shown in an exhibition in Ferens Art […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News ArtCouncillor Marjorie BrabazonFerens Art GalleryJunior OpenYoung artists
William Wilberforce portrait returns home 19th September 2019 A famous portrait of one of the city’s most celebrated sons, William Wilberforce, goes on display at Ferens Art Gallery this weekend. The portrait, by Sir Thomas Lawrence, has been loaned to the gallery as part of COMING HOME, a project from the National Portrait Gallery which is placing 50 portraits of iconic individuals in […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News Coming HomeCouncillor Marjorie BrabazonFerens Art GalleryWilliam Wilberforce
9 things not to miss at Heritage Open Days in Hull 13th September 2019 Dozens of Hull’s most famous buildings are opening their doors from today as Heritage Open Days 2019 begins. The annual event, organised by Hull Civic Society, features walks, talks and open days at buildings of historical, architectural and cultural significance in the city. Nationally, Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture, […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News What's on GuildhallHeritage Open DaysHull History CentreHumber Archaeology PartnershipNational Picture TheatrePearson ParkStepney Railway StationZachariah Pearson
See inside exciting new Glass House complex in Queens Gardens 12th September 2019 A hotly anticipated Hull apartment development will be revealed at a launch event at the Ferens Art Gallery. The luxury Glass House complex next to Queens Gardens is expected to be completed in March next year. And now Iguana Developments, the Hull firm behind the project, is inviting people to get a first look inside […] Read more Business Ferens News Regeneration Glass HouseIguana DevelopmentsQueens Gardens
Ferens new exhibition opens this weekend 16th August 2019 A new exhibition featuring more than 120 artworks opens at Ferens Art Gallery tomorrow. Reflection: British Art in an Age of Change presents a dynamic and diverse vision of Britain and British art, which asks questions about identity and belonging. Artists in the exhibition include Graham Dean, Elisabeth Frink, Barbara Hepworth, David Hockney, Henry Moore, […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News What's on Ferens Art GalleryJames RussellReflection: British Art in an Age of Change
5 things to do in Hull this weekend 14th August 2019 Your weekly events round-up starts early this week. With plenty happening in Hull on Thursday, our weekend is now four days long, starting with the excellent Trinity Live, which showcases not only some fantastic unsigned bands but also some of the city’s best street food, craft beer and shopping. Here are 5 things to do […] Read more Ferens Museums News What's on East Riding TheatreHumber StreetHumber Street GalleryMuseums QuarterOld TownRSPBTrinity LiveTrinity Market
Stunning Ferens exhibition takes shape 13th August 2019 A new exhibition featuring more than 120 artworks opens at Ferens Art Gallery this weekend Reflection: British Art in an Age of Change presents a dynamic and diverse vision of Britain and British art, which asks questions about identity and belonging. Artists in the exhibition include Graham Dean, Elisabeth Frink, Barbara Hepworth, David Hockney, Henry […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News What's on Barbara HepworthBridget RileyCouncillor Marjorie BrabazonDavid HockneyElisabeth FrinkEric RaviliousGillian WearingGraham DeanHenry MooreHull Culture and LeisureJames RussellReflectionThe Ingram CollectionVictoria Sin
Free family fun: your money-saving guide to summer holidays and beyond 31st July 2019 Keeping children entertained can be an expensive business. Here’s a round-up of just a few of the many free activities taking place in every corner of Hull that children of all ages – and parents and carers – will love. Queen Victoria Square’s fountains are irresistible to children of all ages on hot, sunny days. […] Read more Ferens Hull City Hall Museums News East ParkEnnerdaleFish TrailHull and East Riding MuseumHull Culture and LeisureHull Maritime MuseumHull Paragon InterchangePickering ParkQueen Victoria SquareWest ParkWoodford
‘I always find myself thinking back to the people, the landscape and the language’ says Hull-born artist ahead of Ferens performance 22nd July 2019 Hull-born artist Patrick Coyle is back home this week with a futuristic performance that encourages audiences to think about our role in the future of our city and the planet. We grabbed him ahead of his unique performance, Kingstupon Hull Stumption, that takes place at Ferens Art Gallery this Thursday (July 25). Why is a […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News ArtFerens Art GalleryIs This Planet Earth?Patrick CoyleUK City of Culture
