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Kirkgate Victorian Street Tour

Kirkgate Victorian Street Tour

22nd January 10:15am Book tickets here. Visit one of York’s most memorable experiences in this guided tour of our recreated Victorian street. The 1 hour tour will reveal the fascinating history of the street, the stories behind the authentic shops and real Victorian York businesses which traded everything from chocolate to weird and wonderful medicines […]

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York Castle Prison Tour

York Castle Prison Tour

Enter the authentic prison cells of York Castle Prison, where thousands were imprisoned while they awaited release, transportation or execution. Join our expert as they reveal the stories of the infamous, such as highwayman Dick Turpin, and those largely forgotten in this unique insight into prison life.

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Art for Wellbeing

Art for Wellbeing

23 January, 1.30pm – 3.30pm, free Informal practical sessions for adults (16+ only), just drop-in and release your creative energy, in the company of others and with gentle guidance on hand. This is an inclusive session, suitable for all abilities. No need to book for workshop sessions. To open York Art Gallery safely we’re limiting […]

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Kirkgate Victorian Street Tour

Kirkgate Victorian Street Tour

  Book tickets here. Visit one of York’s most memorable experiences in this guided tour of our recreated Victorian street. The 1 hour tour will reveal the fascinating history of the street, the stories behind the authentic shops and real Victorian York businesses which traded everything from chocolate to weird and wonderful medicines to treat […]

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York Castle Prison Tour

York Castle Prison Tour

Enter the authentic prison cells of York Castle Prison, where thousands were imprisoned while they awaited release, transportation or execution. Join our expert as they reveal the stories of the infamous, such as highwayman Dick Turpin, and those largely forgotten in this unique insight into prison life.

Read more >

Art for Wellbeing

Art for Wellbeing

6 February, 1.30pm – 3.30pm, free Informal practical sessions for adults (16+ only), just drop-in and release your creative energy, in the company of others and with gentle guidance on hand. This is an inclusive session, suitable for all abilities. Art for Wellbeing is held monthly on a Sunday as follows; 6th February 2022, 20th […]

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Sketchbook Circle at York Art Gallery

Sketchbook Circle at York Art Gallery

9 February, 1:30pm-3:30pm, £5 per person 9 March,  1:30pm-3:30pm, £5 per person 6 April, 1:30pm-3:30pm, £5 per person Book tickets here. Fill your sketchbooks at this regular informal drawing group for Adults (16+ only). Take inspiration from our collection at York Art Gallery and enhance your drawing skills with the help and support of a […]

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Kirkgate Victorian Street Tour

Kirkgate Victorian Street Tour

  Book tickets here. Visit one of York’s most memorable experiences in this guided tour of our recreated Victorian street. The 1 hour tour will reveal the fascinating history of the street, the stories behind the authentic shops and real Victorian York businesses which traded everything from chocolate to weird and wonderful medicines to treat […]

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Clay Texture Walks & Barefoot practice

Clay Texture Walks & Barefoot practice

Artist led clay workshop, with well-being and Gainsborough`s fascination with nature in mind. All materials provided. Over 18’s only. Saturday February 12th /10:30-1:pm/ £20 per person Book tickets here Join artist Francesca King at York Art Gallery for a clay workshop, with well-being and Gainsborough’s fascination with nature in mind. Gainsborough observed his natural surroundings, […]

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Life Drawing – Model as Muse

Life Drawing – Model as Muse

Join us at York Art Gallery for life drawing workshops; whether you are a regular participant, would like to hone your skills, or try life drawing for the first time, these regular two-hour immersive Saturday sessions, led by Rob Oldfield, are a wonderful way to experience life drawing in a supportive and friendly environment.

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