Suffolk Craft Society Summer Exhibition
Join us as we open up our West Wing Gallery to an innovative new exhibition in partnership with the Suffolk Craft Society.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
This year we are welcoming the Suffolk Craft Society back to Ickworth for the second time to showcase their Summer Exhibition in the West Wing Gallery. This year’s exhibition takes inspiration from the theme ‘A Design Masterpiece’ and showcases a selection of contemporary artworks by talented local artists. The Suffolk Craft Society was formed in 1970 to promote the value and importance of contemporary crafts and to support individual craftspeople in the creation of their work. The Society supports around 90 makers with a wide variety of craft skills, some of which will be exhibiting at Ickworth this summer. During the exhibition there will be the opportunity to meet the artists and purchase original pieces from the show, to find out more about the work of the Suffolk Craft Society you can visit their website: The Suffolk Craft Society - Friends & Makers of Craft, Suffolk UK.
On key dates during the exhibition we have demonstrations taking place where some of our artists showcase their craft. Drop in to any of the below to see the artists in action.
4 September: Cathy D'Arcy (Ceramics)
5 September: Mary Anstee-Parry (Wood Carving)
7 September: Joy Holden (Glass Mosaic)
8 September: Cathy D'Arcy (Ceramics)
11 September: Sarah Woodcock (Leather Work)
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Children welcome, please ensure they are under close supervision at all times.
- Meeting point
Head to the West Wing Gallery
- Accessibility
The West Wing Gallery is accessible via the West Wing Lift or the main staircase in West Wing.
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