Ferens Art Gallery

View article Ferens opens after dark for special event

Ferens opens after dark for special event

11th March 2020

Ferens Art Gallery will be opening its doors after dark next week for Ferens Late, a programme of events aimed at encouraging younger audiences to the gallery. The event, on Thursday 19 March from 7pm to 9pm, will see artists from this year’s Open exhibition discuss their work, in conversation with local art studios and […]

View article Ferens Open Exhibition 2020 winners announced

Ferens Open Exhibition 2020 winners announced

2nd March 2020

The prize-winners of this year’s Open Exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery have been announced. Here are the winners: Friends of the Ferens Award 1st Prize: Jane Beharrell, Twelve Weeks, Oil Painting (Cat No 64, Gallery 4) 2nd Prize: Liz Chesney, Songbird, Mixed Media (Cat No 373, Gallery 8) 3rd Prize: Calum McClure, Palm House Nocturne, […]

View article 5 things to do in Hull this weekend

5 things to do in Hull this weekend

19th February 2020

With half-term coming to an end, here’s a list of weekend offerings that are bound to keep adults and children alike entertained. Immerse yourself in the world of fairy tales with The Twisted Tale of Hansel and Gretel, or reminisce the nineties with the incredible duo that is the Lighthouse Family. Here are 5 things […]

View article First look at Ferens Open Exhibition 2020

First look at Ferens Open Exhibition 2020

13th February 2020

The 53rd annual Open Exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region, opens this weekend (Saturday 15 February). The exhibition will feature more than 370 artworks including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles and film produced by local amateur and professional artists. The artwork was selected by a panel of judges consisting […]

View article Open Exhibition in Hull: All you need to know

Open Exhibition in Hull: All you need to know

7th February 2020

The 53rd annual Open Exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region, opens at Ferens Art Gallery next weekend. The exhibition will feature more than 370 artworks including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles and film produced by local amateur and professional artists. The artwork was selected by a panel of judges […]

View article Christmas opening times for Hull museums and galleries

Christmas opening times for Hull museums and galleries

20th December 2019

It’s nearly Christmas and many people will be planning on visiting Hull’s fantastic galleries and museums over the festive holidays. Here are the Christmas opening times for Ferens Art Gallery, Hull Maritime Museum and the Museums Quarter, which are operated by Hull Culture and Leisure. Monday 23 December 10am-3.30pm Tuesday 24 December Closed Wednesday 25 […]

View article Video: Artist discusses Ferens exhibition featuring people under water

Video: Artist discusses Ferens exhibition featuring people under water

2nd December 2019

A video that goes behind the scenes and shows the making of a new exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery has been released. 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 […]

View article First look at Ferens exhibition showcasing talented young artists

First look at Ferens exhibition showcasing talented young artists

26th November 2019

Artists aged 15 and under are having their work displayed at one of the region’s most prestigious galleries. The annual Junior Open at Ferens Art Gallery opens on Saturday, where the children’s work will be showcased alongside the renowned Ferens permanent collection. The exhibition will run until 26 January. Councillor Marjorie Brabazon, chair of Hull […]

View article 5 FREE things to do in the Hull area this weekend

5 FREE things to do in the Hull area this weekend

22nd November 2019

Christmas is getting close and purses are tightening as salaries are spent on gifts for friends and loved ones. It means few can afford to be splashing cash on weekend plans when costly festive fun is just around the corner. So who is up for some awesome activities in Hull and the surrounding area that […]

View article 5 things to do in Hull this weekend

5 things to do in Hull this weekend

15th November 2019

The weekend starts tonight with art, comedy, a visit by Father Christmas and a chance to watch a bunch of muscular athletes beat seven bells out of each other among your entertainment options over the next few days. Here are 5 things to do in Hull this weekend. 1. Quayvaria – The Enchanted Village Princes […]

View article People from Hull pictured under water in new Ferens exhibition

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 […]

View article Young artists to takeover Ferens Art Gallery for special programme of late events

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 […]