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George Horton: Artworks from the Collection

Venue: South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Dates: May 11th 2025 - Aug 2nd 2025

  • Mon-Fri 10:00 - 17:00
  • Sat 11:00 - 16:00

Price: Free

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George Horton, a self-taught artist from South Shields, became one of the most renowned painters of the North East in the early 1900s, celebrated for his watercolours of coastal scenes. Despite a challenging upbringing and no formal training, his talent earned him spots in prestigious exhibitions, including the Royal Academy and the Paris Salon.