Andy Hughes appointed for 2024 environmental artist commission
Admin2025-03-12T13:58:20+00:00We’re delighted to announce the recent appointment of Andy Hughes as our 2024 environmental artist commission.
Unwrap a gift of art, craft and creativity this festive season!
Admin2023-12-04T11:37:14+00:00Buy a Burton Gift Voucher and spread the love of art, craft and creativity! Also available to purchase via our online shop.
Free Meet the Maker Craft Demos at the Burton this December
Admin2023-11-27T14:51:17+00:00FREE demos by local artists and makers will take place in the Burton's Craft Gallery, weekends throughout December. No need to book - just turn up and watch creativity in action!
The Burton Welcomes Abi Obene as New Curatorial Coordinator
Admin2023-11-28T11:20:57+00:00The Burton offers a warm welcome to Abi Obene, who brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to their new role as Curatorial Coordinator.
ARTIST ROOMS Louise Bourgeois opens at the Burton this November
Admin2024-02-20T13:30:39+00:00Join special guests from Tate to celebrate the opening of ARTIST ROOMS Louise Bourgeois at the Burton Art Gallery and Museum on Friday 17 November, 6-8pm. All welcome. FREE entry.
FREE initiative for 14-19 yr olds!
Admin2023-11-09T12:20:58+00:00An opportunity for 14-19 year olds to get creative, work with artists and explore developing a career in the arts. FREE - places limited. Booking required. Sessions are fortnightly from Wednesday 1 November.
Internationally renowned abstract Artist Ian Davenport visits the Burton
Admin2023-08-24T11:12:09+00:00You are warmly invited to join Ian Davenport at the gallery to celebrate the opening of a new exhibition of his work on Saturday 16 September, 6-8pm. Open to all. FREE entry.
Sculpture from leading British artists on show at the Burton this summer
Admin2023-08-08T11:07:49+00:00Featuring works by artists including Antony Gormley, Barbara Hepworth, Henry Moore, Rachel Whiteread, Sarah Lucas and Sokari Douglas Camp among others. Open daily until 5 September.
Annual Schools Exhibition: handing-in days for schools announced
Admin2023-01-30T11:15:10+00:00Handing-in days for schools are announced ahead of the hugely popular Annual Schools Exhibition Our hugely popular Schools Exhibition opens at the end of February this year and we are looking forward to seeing what pupils of local schools have been creating! Teachers are asked to deliver artwork to The [...]
Pyrography sessions bring positive impact to Men’s Sheds
Admin2022-12-05T11:14:37+00:00Earlier this year The Burton at Bideford, Art Gallery & Museum collaborated with Red Earth Developments on a new Men’s Sheds art initiative. Pyrography sessions ran bi-weekly at the gallery led by practitioner Ned Morgan. They were free to participants from Men’s Sheds & Women’s Institute to take part and [...]
