Equine art exhibition to take place at the National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket
Stalking Horses by Lisa Miller.
An exhibition celebrating equine art is set to open at the National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket this spring.
Entitled “We Give You The Horse”, it will run in the Moller Gallery from April 29 to May 21.
Showcasing paintings and sculpture by leading members of the The Society of Equestrian Artists (SEA), the exhibition offers visitors the opportunity not only to view but also to purchase a diverse collection of equine-inspired works.
Alongside contemporary pieces, visitors can also see an original artwork by Sir Alfred Munnings, on loan from the Munnings Art Museum, in Essex.
The exhibition is complemented by a programme of art masterclasses, painting demonstrations and hands-on workshops taking place throughout the four-week run.
These sessions can be booked in advance at www.nhrm.co.uk
Presented in association with Bedmax, “We Give You The Horse” coincides with a busy period in Newmarket’s racing calendar, including the Tattersalls Breeze Up Sales and the Guineas Festival at the Rowley Mile.
Tracey Harding, the chief operating officer of the National Horseracing Museum, said: “We are delighted to host the Society of Equestrian Artists’ annual exhibition and showcase such a wide selection of their members’ work.
“This exhibition offers a fantastic opportunity to experience outstanding equine art as well as take part in a range of creative activities.”
Anthea Wood, the chair of the Society of Equestrian Artists, added: “We are thrilled to bring this exhibition to the exceptional National Horseracing Museum, which, alongside the British Sporting Art Trust at Palace House, plays such an important role in promoting equestrian art.
“As someone originally from Newmarket, it’s always a pleasure to return and visit the Museum and Palace House.”
Entry to the SEA exhibition in the Moller Gallery is free of charge.
Those wishing to visit the main museum will find Tickets cost £15 for adults (16+), £7.50 for five to 15 years, and £40 for a family ticket (two adults and up to three children) and provides year-round access to the Museum for 12 months. Under-fives are free of charge.