Curator Tour – Are we nearly there yet? A history of transport.
As part of Heritage Open Days 2024 we’re offering the chance to join assistant curator, Holly Carter-Chappell on a free…
View EventHestercombe is famous for a unique collection of gardens which span three centuries of history and design. The Edwardian Formal Garden is hailed as one of the finest examples of the world-renowned partnership between garden designer Gertrude Jekyll and architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. The estate has undergone acclaimed restoration works and continues to develop and grow, giving visitors a stunning setting to explore, learn and relax. https://www.hestercombe.com/history
The special programme for the day includes both a tour of the garden led by head gardener, Claire Greenslade, and an introduction to the contemporary art galleries by artistic director, Tim Martin, curator for Design for Life – Art and Architecture – Part 1. The exhibition encompasses drawings, paintings, sculpture, models, photographs, films, and plans, including late work by Le Corbusier and 18th/19th century watercolours from Hestercombe’s own collections to explore the historical inter-relation of artists and architects.
Please make your own way to Hestercombe – we will email all ticket holders before the day to confirm an exact meeting location.
As part of Heritage Open Days 2024 we’re offering the chance to join assistant curator, Holly Carter-Chappell on a free…
View EventNetti Habel is a photographer based in North Devon. Her work has been shown in exhibitions across the UK. ‘For…
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