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For Adults

Kenji Umeda: a journey

This display in the Kettle’s Yard Research Space will exhibit never-before-seen drawings by Kenji Umeda (1948-2019), alongside a set of prints and correspondence between the artist and Jim Ede, recently gifted to the Kettle’s Yard Archive by the Umeda family.

Kenji Umeda: a journey
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Exhibition

Handpicked: Painting Flowers from 1900 to Today

Inspired by the presence of freshly cut flower displays and paintings such as Cyclamen and Primula (c. 1923) by Winifred Nicholson in the Kettle’s Yard house, Handpicked: Painting Flowers will present paintings featuring flowers by artists spanning across the 20th and 21st centuries.

Handpicked: Painting Flowers from 1900 to Today
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For Adults

Maria Fusco reading in the Kettle's Yard house

Join writer Maria Fusco for an afternoon reading in the Kettle’s Yard house, inspired by Gillian Ayres' painting Untitled.

Maria Fusco reading in the Kettle's Yard house
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For Adults

Guided House Tour

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

Guided House Tour 13/06/2026
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For Adults

‘A Modern Arrangement’: A Discussion on Flower Paintings & Modernism

Join us for a panel discussion with art historians Rebecca Birrell, Sophie Pickford and Naomi Polonsky, chaired by Kettle’s Yard Director Andrew Nairne, on the theme of flower paintings and Modernism.

‘A Modern Arrangement’: A Discussion on Flower Paintings & Modernism
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For Adults

Pause and Paint: Painting Flowers with Sandra Scott

Inspired by our current exhibition, Handpicked: Painting Flowers from 1900 to Today, we invite visitors to pause for a moment in the Clore Learning Studio and try your hand at painting flowers. Artist Sandra Scott will be on hand for support and guidance.

Pause and Paint: Painting Flowers with Sandra Scott
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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 21/06/2026
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A group of children and families seated around a table drawing.
For Children and Young People

Studio Sunday

Unlock your creativity at our free, artist-led workshops for families in the Clore Learning Studio.

Studio Sunday 21/06/26
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For Adults

Guided House Tour

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

Guided House Tour 27/06/2026
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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 28/06/26
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For Children and Young People

Early Years Studio

Early Years Studio is a fun, creative, immersive experience for children aged 0–4.

Early Years Studio 3/7/26
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A woman and a three children sat at a table drawing.
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 05/07/2026
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