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The beautiful 18th century Holburne Museum of Art

The Victoria Art Gallery is by Pulteney Bridge, Bath

Bath Art Galleries Holburne Museum of Art Victoria Art Gallery East Asian Art

Bath is home to several art galleries including the Holburne Museum of Art, the Victoria Art Gallery and the Museum of East Asian Art.

These are all based on private collections that were left to the galleries and include fine art, old masters, silverware, English Delftware, Chinese jade. Collections are constantly being updated or contemporary works are often included in the changing exhibitions hosted at the museums and galleries. Check the weblinks right for the latest information on exhibitions and events.

The Holburne Museum of Art

The Holburne Museum of Art houses a collection of fine art paintings, silver, sculpture, furniture and porcelain that originated from Sir William Holburne's 19th century collection. Paintings by Gainsborough, who spent 17 years in Bath himself, Guardi, Stubbs and Turner feature in the collection including the famous Byam Family - Gainsborough's biggest portrait.

The building itself is attractive and was the eighteenth century Sydney Hotel set within its own grounds. The Holburne holds a range of changing exhibitions, lectures and concerts throughout the year including "Art for All" children's workshops.

Open Tues-Sat (Mondays in August) 10am-5pm. Sundays and Bank Holidays 11am-5pm. Disabled access is limited so it's best to call the museum first for more information.

The Holburne Museum of Art, Great Pulteney Street, Bath BA2 4DB. Tel: 01225 466669. Fax: 01225 333121, Email: holburne@bath.ac.uk.

The Victoria Art Gallery Bath

The Victoria Art Gallery is a free public art gallery near Pulteney Bridge. It houses a range of oil paintings from the 17th century to the present day including works by Gainsborough and Sickert. There is also a collection of historic images of Bath and a range of changing exhibitions of contemporary art are held throughout the year.

The gallery organises tours and behind the scenes talks on the art it holds in its collections (book in advance) and you can also get involved in art and crafts as well as Young @ Art activities for the kids.

The gallery offer free talks for the blind and partially sighted on Thursdays between 1020am-12pm. There is wheelchair access to the ground floor only.

Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. Sun 1.30-5pm. Victoria Art Gallery, by Pulteney Bridge, Bath BA2 4AT. Tel: 01225 477233. Fax: 477231. Email: victoria_enquiries@bathnes.gov.uk. Check their website for more information, link right.

The Museum of East Asian Art

The Museum of East Asian art was founded in 1993 based on a collection by Brian McElney that he collected while based in Hong Kong.

The collection contains ceramics, bamboo carvings and one of the most comprehensive Chinese jade collections in the UK. There is an introduction video, and illustrated gallery guides to help you get the most out of your visit. You can even handle some of the collection or consult the museum library, both by appointment.

The Museum also organises exhibitions and an education programme that explores East Asian Art and culture such as showcasing illustrations from Manga artists. You can buy East Asian themed gifts from the Museum Shop.

Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. Sun 12-5pm. The Museum of East Asian Art, 12 Bennett Street, Bath BA1 2QJ. Tel: 01225 464640. Fax: 01225 461718. Email: museum@east-asian-art.freeserve.co.uk.

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