EXHIBITION: Fabric Africa is a stunning exhibition showcasing the diversity of modern and historic textiles from across the continent of Africa.

EXHIBITION: Featuring original woodblock prints from Bristol’s collection, this exhibit will explore the radical developments in landscape prints made by two of Japan’s best-loved artists.

EXHIBITION: What makes a great clown? And why are their faces painted on eggs?! Find out about the people behind the colourful characters and step into their shoes. 

WORKSHOP: Celebrate the words disappearing from common usage and explore words that could be lost to future generations through the art of calligraphy.

TALK: Stonehenge is an iconic world-famous monument like no other. But a large DNA study raises an unexpected question. Could it have been built by immigrants?

TALK: The talk will look at the development of this genre, from Chinese-style ink paintings and western prints, to Hokusai and Hiroshige’s contributions.

SPECIAL: Gather your friends, family and colleagues for a Christmas get together and let us show you what happens in Bristol’s best loved museum after dark…

TALK: Dr. Peter Carpreau will be speaking on the 15th-century Flemish painter Dieric Bouts and how to curate an exhibition of his work in the 21st-century.

FILM: We’re partnering with Bristol Film Festival this festive season for an evening of heartwarming screenings that are bound to get you in the Christmas spirit.

SPECIAL EVENT: Chime in the New Year with lavish style. Celebrate with us as we welcome you into the heart of the museum for an exclusive night of dining and dancing.