>June Events / Art & Theatre / Events in Norfolk and Suffolk / exhibitions / Tourist Attractions Norfolk and Suffolk May 19, 2016
Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery,
Norwich University of the Arts,
The Forum
24 June to 4 September 2016
A Hayward Touring exhibition organized in collaboration with galleries in Leeds, Edinburgh, Norwich and Southampton
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN ITS HISTORY THE COUNTRY’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS CONTEMPORARY ART EXHIBITION
BRITISH ART SHOW 8 is coming to East Anglia!
British Art Show 8’s arrival in the City of Norwich is being celebrated by a unique event The History Train conceived by Great Yarmouth-based artist Alan Kane.
On Saturday 18 June the City’s streets will witness a procession of six carts pulled by magnificent Shire horses, including rare-breed Suffolk Punches.
The horses will process through Norwich city centre to deliver the crates containing British Art Show 8 art works to the three venues – Norwich University of the Arts, Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery and the Forum.
In much the same way as a circus would announce its arrival, this dramatic procession will broadcast the forthcoming British Art Show 8 to thousands of onlookers.
The event combines the county’s rich agricultural past with contemporary art creating an extraordinary spectacle.
Commenting on the inspiration behind the project, artist Alan Kane said: “The horses and their tack and wagons never fail to draw a gasp from almost everyone when they are on show or working.
“Here we celebrate the very newest art from Britain by delivering it in one of the most traditional and spectacular ways imaginable, making an art history and transport-history collision.”
Part of Hayward Touring’s comprehensive exhibition programme and designed to showcase and celebrate the country’s leading role in the international art scene, the British Art Show is a five-yearly exhibition. For its eighth incarnation 42 established and emerging contemporary artists are represented and the show features more than 100 works – many of which were commissioned or made especially for the exhibition.
British Art Show 8 opens to the public in venues across the city of Norwich on Friday 24 June until Sunday 4 September 2016.
VISITOR INFORMATION SHEET:
Location: Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery, Castle Hill, Norwich NR1 3JU
Tel. +44 (0)1603 495897, www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk
Norwich University of the Arts, St Georges Building, St Georges Street, Norwich, NR3 1BB
and East GalleryNUA, Cavendish House, St Andrews Hill, Norwich NR2 4AE, www.nua.ac.uk
BAS8 Education Space, Guntons Building, St Georges Street, Norwich, NR3 1BB
The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1TF, www.theforumnorwich.co.uk
Opening Times: British Art Show 8 will be open across all venues as follows:
Mon-Sat: from 10am–5pm, Sun: 1–5pm
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Admissions: Admission to the Forum and Norwich University of the Arts venues are free of
charge. Entry to Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery is as follows:
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Castle Ticket (including Special Exhibitions):
Adult: £8.80; Concession*: £7.90; Child (4-18) £7.00
Family: 2 adults + all children: £29.90; Family: 1 adult + all children: £22.40
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Special Exhibitions Ticket only:
British Art Show 8, 24 June – 4 September 2016
Adults: £6; Concession*: £5; Child (4-18 yrs): £4
Pop in for £2: one hour tickets available every day, one hour before closing and between 12
noon & 1pm Monday to Friday, during school terms. Last entry 4.30pm.
Museums Pass holders, Friends of Norwich Museums and under 4s free.
*Visitors with disabilities, unwaged, over 65s, in full time education.
Visitors with disabilities may bring one companion in free.
Admission to the shop, cafe and Rotunda information desk is free.
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Discounts: Discounts for groups for entry to Norwich Castle: ring 01603 495897 / 493636 for details. Holders of Go 4Less Cards and district leisure cards can visit for the discounted price of £4.50
If you travel by Park & Ride show your bus ticket (purchased the same day) to get admission for up to 5 people for just £4.50 each
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Related events: The exhibition will be supported by a wide-ranging events programme including artist talks, performances and events.
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Publication: The exhibition is accompanied by a richly illustrated publication including essays and discussions with the participating artists. 144 pages, 210mm x 315mm designed by Fraser Muggeridge Studio, price £20, exhibition price £16
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Shop: The Castle Shop has a wonderful selection of gifts, toys, books and cards.
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Café: Norwich Castle Café serves a delicious range of hot and cold snacks, drinks and meals. There are special menus for groups.
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How to get there: Park and Ride www.passengertransport.norfolk. gov.uk, 0344 800 8020
Public Transport, Traveline, 0871 200 2233
Public Car Parks nearby: Castle Mall, SAT NAV: NR1 3JQ (Norwich Castle) or St Andrews, SAT NAV: NR2 4PT (Norwich University of the Arts)
Parking for visitors with disabilities, e-mail [email protected], 01603 493625
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Access: Most of the Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery is accessible to users of mobility
scooters and wheelchairs. The venues at NUA and the Forum are fully accessible.
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