We are thrilled to share our new exhibition opening at The Arc this September: Ray Harryhausen: Myths in Motion
The story of a legendary animator who changed the course of film history, this special exhibition has been created for The Arc and drawn from the incredible archive of The Ray & Diana Harryhausen Foundation. His creatures – the skeletons from Jason and the Argonauts (1963), Minaton from Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger (1977) and Medusa from Clash of the Titans (1981) – were animated in a way that had never been seen before.
Together with daughter, Vanessa Harryhausen, whose personal contributions will be found throughout the exhibition, we’ve selected over 70 objects to bring to Winchester. They include paintings by artists who were early influencers on Harryhausen’s art and storytelling. Through sketches and original models, the exhibition highlights the inventiveness, incredible artistry and resulting awe of Harryhausen’s career.
Opens Saturday 26 September 2026
The Gallery, The Arc, Winchester
Book tickets now: https://buff.ly/085mmOy
To celebrate the opening of Ray Harryhausen: Myths in Motion, join us on Saturday 26 September 2026 for Hooray for Harryhausen: Films, Creatures & Curiosity – a day of screenings, exhibition tours, family activities and special guest events inspired by one of cinema’s greatest visionaries.
Further exhibitions from the Harryhausen Foundation to be announced throughout 2027-2028!
