Major Exhibitions in Bath 2009
Assembly Rooms
The Story of the Supremes
An exhibition of performance costumes worn by the Supremes from the Mary Wilson collection.
25th July 2009 - 31st August 2009
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution
Mr Darwin's Fishes Exhibition
An exploration of the methods Darwin used to collect his specimens on the "Beagle".
11 February 2009 - 25 July 2009
Angela Easterling: Botanical Photograms
Botanical beauty in a unique way.
18th September 2009 - 30th October 2009
Fashion Museum
The Dress of The Year
A collection of work by some of the great names in fashion over the last 40 years.
2 May 2009 - 20 September 2009
17th Century Gloves
Nearly 20 beautifully decorated gloves from the beginning of the century to the 1660's are on display.
Throughout 2009
Dresses of History
Fourteen historic ensembles from the Fashion Museum's world class collection of original dresses.
Throughout 2009
Bill Gibb: A Personal Journey
A display of show-stopping outfits by 1970s fashion designer Bill Gibb.
Until 15th November 2009
Herschel Museum of Astronomy
Inspirations around the Sun
An exciting new exhibition combining Arts and Astronomy to create a journey through space.
27th February 2009 - 30th June 2009
Bright Stars; Daughters of Urania
As part of the International Year of Astronomy 2009 this exhibition examines the role of women astronomers past and present.
16th July - 15th November 2009
Museum of East Asian Art
Treasures of the Museum of East Asian Art
Find out about the origin and development of The Museum of East Asian Art at this exciting exhibition.
2nd May - 23rd August 2009
Fish of Plenty: Auspicious Nature in Chinese Art
A collaborative photography project between the Museum of East Asian Art and photographer Simon Ferguson.
2nd May - 23rd August 2009
From the Land of Hidden Charm: Contemporary Paintings from Vietnam
This exhibition showcases some of the best Vietnamese artistic talents, many of whom have not been seen in the UK before.
29th August - 6 December 2009
Fired Earth from China's Golden Age: Ceramics of the Tang Dynasty
This exhibition brings together various ceramics; from bowls and jars through to figures and miniatures.
29th August - 6 December 2009
The American Museum in Britain
American Beauty
The 2009 major exhibition at the American Museum will celebrate Art and Craft in 19th century America.
14th March 2009 - 1st November 2009
Theodor de Bry - First Views of America
An exhibition of prints showcasting some of the earliest views of America and its native peoples.
14th March 2009 - 1st November 2009
The Bath Preservation Trust
Stones of Bath
An exhibition of the stone that built Bath and the people that worked with it. This exhibition is celebrating the 75th anniversary of The Bath Preservation Trust.
11 July 2009 - 1 November 2009
Victoria Art Gallery
Sophie Ryder: New Sculptures and Wire Drawings
One of Britain's brightest and most innovative young sculptors, Sophie Ryder returns to Bath with this show of new work.
4 April 2009 - 10 June 2009
Bath Society of Artists 104th Annual Exhibition
An exhibition to include paintings, prints, drawings and sculptures contributed by members of the Society, together with an invited artist.
20 June 2009 - 25 July 2009
Kurt Jackson: River Avon Part 2
This exhibition celebrates Jackson's final journey along the Avon from Bath to Avonmouth.
1 August 2009 - 4 October 2009
Schools Art Show: B&NES secondaries
A showcase of school art by year 10 - year 13 pupils.
10 October 2009 - 1 November 2009
Unpopular Culture: Grayson Perry selects from the Arts Council Collection
A touring exhibition of works incuding figurative painting, bronze sculpture and documentary photography.
7 November 2009 - 3 January 2010
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