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The Lake District, Cumbria, has provided inspiration for a whole host of artists throughout the years, so it may come as no surprise that we’ve got a rich arts and crafts scene across the area! Here, you’ll find a range of art galleries and exhibition spaces that host an ever-changing calendar of works in virtually every medium.
Discover pieces by local and nationally known artists at venues including independent galleries and studios, to museums and seasonal fairs. Some offer the chance to take a piece home with you, while others host regularly changing exhibitions as well as permanent art collections.
There’s even the opportunity to check out art in the great outdoors: there’s a sculpture trail at Grizedale Forest, for example, as well as open air exhibitions as part of festivals and events throughout the year.
If you fancy trying it for yourself, several galleries and studios also host workshops and classes. Often, you’ll be able to get inspired by the stunning natural surroundings of your venue as you learn a new skill or hone existing abilities.
As well as viewing some fantastic art pieces, here in Cumbria we also invite you to explore the studios and workshops where that work was made; and even meet the artists who create it.
Keep an eye out, too, for touring exhibitions to see something a little different while in the Lake District, Cumbria. Discover our galleries and exhibitions below.
Flowing from the Fells presents selected works from the Lakeland Arts collection to explore the…
Discover 200 years of climbing history in Pillar 200, a fascinating new exhibition celebrating the…
Venture into the fateful night that inspired one of the world's greatest gothic tales: Mary…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
The world's finest nature images are revealed as Wildlife Photographer of the Year arrives in The…
To celebrate 125 years of Blackwell, Lakeland Arts will be showcasing a major exhibition of works…
If you’re visiting the Ambleside area why not pop into the Old Courthouse Gallery? We have a…
Experience Museum of the Moon after hours and see Carlisle Cathedral in a whole new light.…
During Museum of the Moon, we are delighted to welcome Stuart Atkinson to the Cathedral for a…
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in…
Textile artworks inspired by the Cumbrian landscape, blending felting techniques with recycled,…
An anniversary exhibition celebrating British wool, craftsmanship, collaboration, and twenty-five…
Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on…
Youngsters are invited to help create a major art installation this half-term in a meadow at…
Step inside the charming world of Tabitha Twitchit's second-hand bookshop in Hawkshead, where every…
Pop Up Gallery and selling exhibition. 23-25th October 11-4.
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group have created an exhibition of Astrophotography for Rheged's…
Partly inspired by the life and work of John Gough, the 'Blind philosopher' and polymath of Kendal…
Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
A solo exhibition of pastel paintings by Sarah Reid. This solo exhibition brings together a…
Painted explorations of Dales vernacular buildings, archaeology, and the passage of time through…


You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.

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Keswick
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica graphite mine which would have served as the source of the pencil industry over three centuries ago.
Barrow-in-Furness
We are very pleased to bring you a new exhibition to the Dock Museum, "What the sea decides to give you" by photographer and artist, Tessa Bunney.
Tessa has previously had exhibitions displayed around Morecambe Bay, but this is her first exhibition…
Workington
Workington Lightworks is designed as a flagship community celebration, bringing together residents, visitors and local businesses for a unique evening spectacle featuring illuminated artwork, projection, dance and music across the historic grounds…
Whitehaven
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games and history.
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house, celebrating the makers, ideas and objects that have shaped our collection since opening our doors to the public in 2001.
Set throughout the house, the…
Brougham, Nr. Penrith
Brougham Hall's 'Make a Clay Snowman' is back!
Last year 300 clay snowmen and women were on exhibition at Brougham Hall, made by members of the public. Building on last year's success you are once again invited to try your pottery skills and help…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District and offers a perfectly preserved snapshot of early 20th-century living.
Carlisle
Experience Museum of the Moon after hours and see Carlisle Cathedral in a whole new light. Atmospheric lighting and immersive soundscapes create a magical setting beneath the stunning lunar installation, making this a truly memorable evening.
At…
Coniston
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.
Sedbergh
Farfield Mill is a Victorian woollen mill in the Yorkshire Dales. Home to artists’ studios, art exhibitions, heritage looms and tea room.
Ulverston
The Laurel and Hardy Museum celebrates the life and career of Stan Laurel, born in Ulverston.
Station Rd, Keswick
Discover 200 years of Rock Climbing history, from the earliest scrambles to the modern sport we know today at our latest community gallery exhibition, in partnership with the Mountain Heritage Trust.
To honour this incredible milestone, the…
Carlisle
Experience Museum of the Moon after hours and see Carlisle Cathedral in a whole new light. Atmospheric lighting and immersive soundscapes create a magical setting beneath the stunning lunar installation, making this a truly memorable evening.
For…
Penrith
Celebrating the beauty, behaviour, symbolism and diversity of birds through the work of 57 UK artists. Featuring ceramics, painting, print, photography, sculpture and textiles, alongside original children's book illustrations and a spectacular mural…
Penrith
Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group have created an exhibition of Astrophotography for Rheged's Community Gallery Space, to coincide and celebrate Cumbria's Dark Skies Festival. This interactive exhibition will take you on a cosmic journey from…
Kirkland, Kendal
Partly inspired by the life and work of John Gough, the 'Blind philosopher' and polymath of Kendal (1757-1825), this exhibition encourages us to rediscover our ways of engaging with and comprehending the world, using sensory perception to experience…
Bowness-on-Windermere
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet all your favourite characters and find out more about Beatrix Potter herself.
Hawkshead, Ambleside
This talk will be led by Lucy Saint-Smith, a library & museum professional who has worked for the Quakers in the UK for the past 8 years. She is currently the Collections Officer at Swarthmoor Hall, Ulveston, the 17th century home of Margaret Fell &…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Get inspired this Winter as we welcome the Whitehaven Flower Club and guest arranger Venessa Wellock to Rosehill kick off the run up to Christmas with some spectacular demonstrations.
Vanessa has been a floral designer specialising in wedding flowers…
Grasmere
Enjoy your perfect Lake District day out at Wordsworth Grasmere. Discover the home of William Wordsworth, one of England’s most famous poets. Step back 200 years and experience the sights, sounds and smells of family life at Dove Cottage.
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