A Warning To Heretics
Sat 23 Jan 10 - Sun 07 Mar 10

One of the oldest and most intriguing paintings in The Bowes Museum’s collection is the focal point of a new display. The small panel, A Miracle of the Sacrament by ... view details

Current Exhibitions

The Bowes Museum offers an ongoing programme of exhibitions to complement the display of its permanent collections. These range from major blockbusters often curated by staff, here at the Museum, to touring exhibitions and works on loan from other institutions.

The exhibition programme at The Bowes Museum is supported by Northern Rock Foundation, Durham County Council and the North East Regional Museums' Hub through Renaissance in the Regions.

Sat 14 Feb 09 - Wed 31 Mar 10
Canaletto and the View Painters of Venice

An exploration of the Museum’s two famous large Canaletto’s saved for the nation in 1980 by The Art Fund; Regatta on the Grand Canal and The Bucintoro Returning to the Molo. ...more

Sat 03 Oct 09 - Sun 11 Apr 10
Goya's Prison: the Year of Despair

Late in 1792 Goya became severely ill, and even though he eventually recovered he was left profoundly deaf for the rest of his days. During a period of recuperation he produced a set of small cabinet ...more

Mon 25 Jan 10 - Fri 31 Dec 10
Museumaker

The Bowes Museum’s maker is Laura Baxter. Laura Baxter is a craftsperson who uses metals, glass and wood to create jewellery, lighting and decorative installations, combining hand craftsmanship ...more

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