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  • Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum

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    A major international partnership with the Musée d’Art moderne André Malraux (MuMa), Le Havre, bringing Impressionist masterpieces from France to The Bowes Museum. The exhibition traces the evolution of landscape painting from Pre-Impressionism to Post-Impressionism, exploring how artists captured landscapes through light, colour and atmosphere.   Works by Claude Monet (1840–1926), Eugène Boudin (1824–1898), Gustave Courbet (1819–1877), Camille Pissarro (1830 –1903) and Raoul Dufy (1877-1953) bring to light the artistic innovation and emotional depth that […]

  • An Audience with Dr Margaret Bradshaw

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    Celebrate the remarkable Upper Teesdale landscape and the rare flora found across the valley at this special evening with local botanist and ecologist Dr Margaret Bradshaw MBE. Drawing on more than six decades of dedicated research, conservation and advocacy, Dr Bradshaw will share insights into her work and the plants, places and environmental heritage that […]

  • Martin Taylor in Concert at The Bowes Museum

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    Experience an unforgettable evening of live music as multi-award-winning guitarist Martin Taylor MBE performs in the intimate Jubilee Room at The Bowes Museum. As part of his 2026 Standards tour, Taylor brings his acclaimed solo jazz guitar show to Barnard Castle, celebrating timeless favourites from the Great American Songbook. Internationally renowned for his warm stage presence, […]

  • Juan Martín in Concert at The Bowes Museum

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    Following two successful shows in 2025, The Bowes Museum is excited to welcome back world-renowned flamenco guitarist, Juan Martín. Hailed as one of the greatest exponents of flamenco guitar, Martín has captivated audiences across the globe with his fiery technique, soul-stirring compositions and deep-rooted authenticity. With a career spanning decades, multiple award winning albums and […]

  • Juan Martín Masterclass at The Bowes Museum

    The Bowes Museum

    Aspiring flamenco players can take advantage of an opportunity to spend time with one of the world’s guitar greats. This an extremely rare chance to pick up tips on playing and techniques in a friendly masterclass led by Juan Martín. Bring your guitar and learn from one of the best of the flamenco guitar tradition. […]