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• Josephine: A Woman of Taste and Fashion

  Jul 10th 2025

  Discover the timeless elegance, craftsmanship and innovation of Joséphine Bowes’ textile collection in this captivating display. From opulent historical textiles to the cutting-edge creations of French haute couture, highlights include iconic designs from Yves Saint Laurent, Jeanne Paquin and Elsa Schiaparelli, as well as intricate embroideries and breathtaking lacework. Examples of Joséphine’s style influences from the mid-18th century will also be on show, alongside rare surviving pieces from her personal wardrobe and material from the archives.

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• Not just Nude

  Jul 10th 2025

  Challenge assumptions, look beyond tradition and explore fresh perspectives on the nude form in this special co-produced display in the Blue Picture Gallery. Featuring works by David Hockney, Giovanni Battista Cipriani and John Doubleday, discover the evolving depiction of the human body in art over centuries, question who’s missing, and consider how these images have shaped our perceptions of beauty, gender and identity, from idealised ancient sculptures to move challenging modern pieces.

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• Nathan Coley: You Create What You Will & Tate Modern on Fire

  Jul 10th 2025

  For the first time together, The Bowes Museum hosts Nathan Coley’s works, You Create What You Will (2014) and Tate Modern on Fire (2017.) Known for his thought-provoking public works, Coley explores how belief systems shape our cities, institutions and identities. Gaze up to the 5 and half metre illuminated text installation and wander around a mini burning version Tate Modern. Learn about the references behind the artworks, think about the roles of museums in society and reflect on your relationship with art.

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• Claire A Baker: In Progress and Process

  Jul 10th 2025

  North East award winning artist, maker and researcher, Claire A Baker has been commissioned to create a trio of flags titled In Progress and Process, in response to The Bowes Museum’s collection. Weaving together the past and present and exploring unfinished narratives these flags highlight the dynamic relationship between historic crafted artworks and contemporary practice. The series of flags, Process I, Process II, and Process III, show a visual journey of making and remaking, whilst a stitched tapestry design In Progress, inverts the traditional two-dimensional format of flags, transforming it into an interactive, tactile experience.

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• Pippa Hale: Pet Project

  Jul 26th 2025

  Showcasing a solo commission by acclaimed artist, Pippa Hale, Pet Project sees the museum’s renowned ceramic collection re-imagined into a vibrant and interactive experience for all ages. With larger-than-life, soft recreations of animal figurines that can be played with, art and animal lovers can explore a display of the original ceramics that inspired them and share their own cherished items with the community. Be inspired as you learn about the traditional decorating and manufacturing techniques, as well as the cultural stories behind the collection, and create your own charming figurines to take home.

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• Dressed for Departure: Fashion in the age of rail

  Sep 27th 2025

  Commemorating the Stockton and Darlington Railway’s bicentenary, this special exhibition brings together historic fashion, toys and artworks that reflect on how the engineering marvel reshaped lives and culture. See the world’s first toy train set up close, gifted by Edward Pease, the ‘Father of the Railway’, to his son, garments from key moments in the region’s railway history and artworks that capture its journey through the picturesque landscapes of Teesdale.

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• Juan Martín

  Nov 21st 2025

  Experience the passion and virtuosity of world-renowned flamenco guitarist Juan Martín in an unforgettable live concert.

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• Nerina Pallot

  Dec 5th 2025

  Enjoy an unforgettable evening with the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter in the stunning and intimate setting of the Jubilee Room.

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