Experience the first extensive presentation of Naum Gabo's (1890–1977) sculptures, paintings, drawings and architectural designs to be held in the UK for over 30 years. The exhibition marks the centenary of the Realistic Manifesto 1920, a set of pioneering artistic principles launched in Moscow by Gabo and his brother Antoine Pevsner. The statement declared that authentically modern... View Article
This exhibition accompanies the publication of a new book by art critic and writer Peter Davies, published by the St Ives Printing & Publishing Company. The book brings together exhibition reviews written over a 20-year period, many of which cover the work of a large number of well known St Ives and Cornwall-based artists. The... View Article
The Leach Pottery presents an exhibition of diverse personal work from each member of its international Studio team. The inaugural exhibition of the Leach 100 centenary celebrations, ‘Leach Studio Potters: 100 Years On’ celebrates the rich creative talents of the potters who produce the iconic Leach Standard Ware. The Leach Pottery, established in 1920, has... View Article
Let your creativity run wild as we challenge you to make your own toys from the bits and pieces you’ll find in our Naum Gabo inspired Studio workshop. Take them away or stay and play! Free with gallery admission, Tate Membership or Locals’ Pass.
The Newlyn School artists are famous for painting outdoors, 'en plein air'. The Cornish light and landscape attracted painters to Newlyn, but once here, they found inspiration not just outside, but also within local homes, sail lofts and schools. Bringing together a fine selection of Newlyn School interiors, including works by Walter Langley, Stanhope Forbes,... View Article
The incredible Guns or Roses head to St Ives on Saturday 28 March for a huge night of live music. Now together for more than a decade, the band have performed at some of the UK's most iconic venues and festivals – including two appearances at Isle of Wight Fest in 2016 & 2017 –... View Article
Our flagship exhibition of works by artists associated with St Ives Modernism, this annual exhibition offers collectors the chance to buy accessibly-priced works by most of the key names in post-War St Ives art, as well as presenting quality works by some less well known artists working in St Ives during the period. Artists included:... View Article
Celebrating the end of winter and the coming of spring is a tradition that stretches back hundreds of years in West Cornwall and St Ives rekindled its connection to the past when it revived its May Day festival a few years ago. The event offers fun and excitement for all the family. Crowds are expected to... View Article
This ancient festival is usually held on May 8th , unless that date falls on a Sunday or Monday, in which case the previous Saturday is taken. It is a Spring festival to celebrate the end of winter and mark the arrival of the new vitality and fertility with the trees and flowers bursting into... View Article
Eight days of literature in St Ives featuring book launches, poetry readings, workshops and open air events including poetry and prose readings, live music, comedy acts, creative writing workshops. With events taking place in venues close to the town centre, you can listen to poetry and music in Norway Square for free every day and... View Article
St Ives Food and Drink Festival is a highlight in the region’s culinary calendar. Taking place on the iconic Porthminster Beach, the St Ives Food and Drink Festival promises culinary experts, attractions and a wide variety of local beverages and food over 3 days. A fantastic range of activities, music and entertainment which promises plenty... View Article
Tate St Ives will stage a major exhibition of existing and new work by South Korean artist Haegue Yang, renowned for her vast and non-binary artistic languages. The materiality and aesthetics of her work are derived from her inventive methods, from using industrial and everyday materials to labour-intensive and craft-based procedures that create creature-like sculptures. The... View Article