Exhibitions

Manga, a Japanese comic which gains worldwide popularity, is not just a modern graphic art form. In fact, the 19th century Hokusai Manga, created by the famous Ukiyo-e master Katsushika Hokusai, has…

Joan Miró spent his life searching for a personal language that could go beyond the visible and speak to something more essential. His work brings together the freedom of surrealism with a…

The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter was first published by Frederick Warne & Co. (now part of Penguin Random House UK) in 1902. In celebration of the anniversary of this classic…

Crash! Bang! Kapow! COMICS tells the story of comic art in Britain – from the famous to the forgotten. Discover the birth of the comic strip, travel through the anarchic worlds of Beano,…

This exhibition takes the visitor on a journey through pirate history, film and literature. From the Cilician pirates of the Roman Mediterranean, to the Golden Age pirates of the Caribbean. Meet Vikings,…

This large-scale exhibition celebrates beloved author and illustrator, David McKee’s life’s work. Comprised of original artwork set in an interactive environment, the exhibition brings to life some of his best loved characters including…

Seven Stories became custodians of Judith Kerr’s life’s work in 2008, constituting one of the most significant collections of artwork by a single illustrator in the Seven Stories collection.   In 2009, Seven Stories…

Developed in conjunction with the University of Suffolk, Picture Books for All explores, through over 100 items, the visual history of the pioneering printers W.S. Cowell Ltd. Established in 1818 in Ipswich the firm…

Poster and other graphic works can provide valuable resources for learning the culture and society of the time when these works were created. The poster created immediately after the previous war for…

A Farewell to Art: Chagall, Shakespeare and Prospero is the first UK exhibition of a rare limited edition portfolio by Marc Chagall. Produced at the age of 88, it features 50 illustrations…

Visions of Desire: Salvador Dalí and the Renaissance Literature From Dante’s Divine Comedy to Ronsard’s Amours de Cassandre This exhibition invites visitors on a journey through time and imagination, where Renaissance poetry finds a…

This unique exhibition draws together a stunning selection of Paul Kidby’s paintings and drawings of Discworld characters. Paul was working as a freelance illustrator when he presented Terry Pratchett with an envelope…

This exhibition brings meaningful conversations to life, engaging children, families, and communities in a dynamic exploration of empathy, understanding, and the steps we can all take to create positive change. Uniquely Us invites children,…

This new touring exhibition takes visitors on an epic journey through American landscapes, history, and culture. With theatrical sets, large-scale-travel games, and unique memorabilia, American Road Trip provides a fun and immersive…

The Snowman was originally created and illustrated by Raymond Briggs, and was first published in 1978. In 1982, the classic picture book was adapted into a 26-minute animated film by TVC. It…

Dive into a world of wonder where exploration meets imagination. Voyage to the Deep: Underwater Adventures immerses you in the fantastical realm of deep-sea discovery, inspired by Jules Verne’s 20,000 Leagues Under the Seas. Inspired by…

Collecting artworks and other artefacts was a fashionable pursuit in the Victorian period. With cricket also at the height of its popularity, the art market could not keep up with the demand…

Wild Places is an exhibition which looks at the habitats of Britain and how they provide homes for our native wildlife. Using photographs by the wonderful landscape photographer Graeme Peacock this exhibition…

Hidden is an exhibition which looks at how animals use camouflage and mimicry to disguise themselves or hide within their environment and the predator-prey relationship is key to some of these behaviours.…

Step into the nostalgic world of Ladybird Books told through original artwork, books and objects. Ladybird books have been a familiar fixture on children’s bookshelves since the 1950s but few people are aware…