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View article Tell us your favourite piece of public art in Hull!

Tell us your favourite piece of public art in Hull!

Residents and visitors to Hull can get involved in a massive art project, to document the public works of art across the city. As part of an audit of the artistic treasures in Hull, the City Council and auditors Beam want pictures of hidden or neglected masterpieces, which can range from sculptures to graffiti. Simply take a […]

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View article Council supports big screen at Sesh for Challenge Cup Final and England

Council supports big screen at Sesh for Challenge Cup Final and England

Hull City Council is delighted to support big screen showings at the Humber Street Sesh of both the Challenge Cup Final and the England Lionesses at the Women’s World Cup. Hull Kingston Rovers will attempt to win at Wembley Stadium for the first time in 43 years when they take on the Leigh Leopards this […]

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View article Humber Street Sesh 2023: Everything you need to know

Humber Street Sesh 2023: Everything you need to know

Hull’s very own multi-award-winning music festival, Humber Street Sesh 2023, takes place this weekend featuring local acts and upcoming national talent. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the festival: When Is Humber Street Sesh 2023 Taking Place? This year’s Humber Street Sesh takes place on Saturday 12 August 2023 across Hull Marina. The […]

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View article Hull’s silversmithing industry honoured through new display

Hull’s silversmithing industry honoured through new display

A new sculpture is honouring Hull’s important silversmithing industry. ‘A Charm Bracelet for Hull’ will be at Hepworth’s Arcade until Saturday 12 August. It’s been created by sculptor and printmaker Andi Dakin, who specialises in colourful artworks that are loaded with mischief! His ideas and inspirations come from many sources, ranging from the creation and […]

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View article Centuries of history brought ‘Back to Life’

Centuries of history brought ‘Back to Life’

The Festival of Archaeology returns to Hull for 2023 later this week, including the ‘Back to Life Festival’ at Hull Minster and Trinity Square.  On Saturday 29 July, 10am-3pm, Hull Minster will be bringing its monuments back to life in an immersive, interactive experience for the whole family. Visitors to the free, drop-in event are […]

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View article Absolutely Cultured’s autumn season explores themes of identity and the environment

Absolutely Cultured’s autumn season explores themes of identity and the environment

Absolutely Cultured’s autumn programme will offer a diverse look at our region, its people, heritage and the environment. Humber Street Gallery’s exhibition programme begins with PERCHES AND FLYWAYS by Creative Connections Artists with Jennifer Holtridge and Juneau Projects which opens on Friday 20 October in Space 1. This new exhibition, commissioned by Humber Street Gallery, saw Artlink […]

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View article Medieval Mayhem hits Museums Quarter!

Medieval Mayhem hits Museums Quarter!

The Festival of Archaeology returns to Hull’s Old Town later this week, with ‘Medieval Mayhem’ among the free, drop-in events. On Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 July, from 11am to 4pm, the Museums Quarter will be transformed into a medieval encampment. Visitors will come face-to-face with knights in armour, as the knights of the Medieval […]

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View article Open Exhibition underway

Open Exhibition underway

The 2023 annual Open Exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region and across the UK, has opened at Ferens Art Gallery. It features over 300 artworks, including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles, installations, and film produced by amateur and professional artists, many of them from the local area. Some of […]

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