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Exhibition

Lubaina Himid with Magda Stawarska: Another Chance Encounter

This large-scale exhibition will debut new and recent work by Lubaina Himid (b. 1954, Zanzibar), including a series of her influential Strategy Paintings, a special installation made in collaboration with Magda Stawarska and a series of works for the Kettle’s Yard house.

Lubaina Himid with Magda Stawarska: Another Chance Encounter
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For Adults

Spotlight Talk: Art, Fossils and Bones

Join us for a short spotlight talk in the Kettle’s Yard house, taking a closer look at some of the natural objects in the house including fossils, bones and rocks, which Jim Ede carefully placed amongst his collection of modern art. Learn some curious facts about these objects and explore how they influence and are influenced by the collection.

Spotlight Talk: Art, Fossils and Bones
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A painting by Lubaina Himid.
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Audio-Described Tour: Lubaina Himid with Magda Stawarska: Another Chance Encounter

Join us for an audio described tour of new and recent work by Lubaina Himid with Magda Stawarska: Another Chance Encounter.

Audio-Described Tour: Lubaina Himid with Magda Stawarska: Another Chance Encounter
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Two men in conversation outside of a shopfront. The colours are bright and vivid.

Another Chance Encounter: Exhibition Tour

Join Megan Breckell Curatorial Assistant, for an introduction to the current exhibition Lubaina Himid with Magda Stawarska: Another Chance Encounter.

Another Chance Encounter: Exhibition Tour Meg 18 Sept
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Spotlight Talk: The Kettle's Yard Garden

Join us for a short spotlight talk at Kettle's Yard, taking a closer look at the cottage garden. We will start in the cottage garden exploring the significance of gardening and nature to Jim and Helen Ede, before heading into the Kettle's Yard house to see some of the floral arrangements and flower paintings.

Spotlight Talk: The Kettle's Yard Garden
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Friends

Friends Event: Visit to the Government Art Collection and Studio of Conservator Rebecca Gregg

Join the Friends for a morning visit to the Government Art Collection followed by an afternoon visit to the studio of painting conservator Rebecca Gregg.

Visit to the Government Art Collection and Studio of Conservator Rebecca Gregg 23/09
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Friends

Friends Event: Visit to the Government Art Collection and Studio of Conservator Rebecca Gregg

Join the Friends for a morning visit to the Government Art Collection followed by an afternoon visit to the studio of painting conservator Rebecca Gregg.

Visit to the Government Art Collection and Studio of Conservator Rebecca Gregg 25/09
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Guided House Tour

Join one of our knowledgeable Visitor Assistants for an introductory guided tour of the Kettle’s Yard house.

Guided House Tour 27/09/2025
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Panel Discussion and Film Screening: What Matters

Join us for a panel discussion and screening of Josh Bilton's short film What Matters. The discussion will also mark the launch of Bilton's I Felt I was a Bird, a publication created in response to the film.

Panel Discussion: What Matters Short Film
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Film Screening: What Matters

Josh Bilton's short film 'What Matters' will be screened on repeat, as part of the Cambridge: Rivers of Film Festival. Head up to the Ede Room on the second floor to drop in and enjoy the 7-minute film.

Film Screening: What Matters
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Friends

Friends-only Hours

Join us for our exclusive Friends-only hours on the last Sunday of every month and visit the house before it opens to the public.

Friends-only Hours 28/09/25
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For Children and Young People

Studio Sunday: Relaxed Session

Join us for a relaxed Studio Sunday session aimed at children and families with additional sensory needs.

Studio Sunday: Relaxed Session 28/09/2025
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