This exhibition recounts the fascinating but ill-fated story of Selsey Tramway. The exhibition recounts how a railway line was proposed to link the then remote and isolated village of Selsey with Chichester. By August 1897, the Selsey Tramway was born, operated by The Hundred of Manhood and Selsey Tramway Company.
Celebrate the history of Chichester Pride and the inspiring stories of our local LGBTQ+ community. This co-curated exhibition, created in collaboration with Chichester Pride, highlights the rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ history, resilience, and pride. Discover powerful personal stories and explore the journey of this vibrant community through a project dedicated to visibility, education, and celebration. […]
An exhibition sharing the story of the Christian faith in Sussex, revealed through people, events and objects, from 1075 to the present day. To mark our 950th anniversary, we are delighted to present Religion, Rebellion & Reformation, an exhibition sharing the story of the Christian faith in Sussex, revealed through people, events and treasures, from 1075 […]
Discover the relationships that shaped the last 120 years of British Art in this remarkable portrait exhibition. This major exhibition brings together over 150 works that explore artistic relationships, identity, and mutual influence in modern and contemporary British art. Spanning 125 years, it showcases paintings, prints, drawings, photography, sculpture, and installations that capture the distinctive gaze between creative peers. Featuring over 80 artists including Lucian Freud, Lubaina Himid, David Hockney, Lee Miller, Eric Ravilious, Paula Rego and many more, the exhibition unveils friendships and emulation, as well as homages to earlier artists, through intimate portrayals. From rare portraits of celebrated figures to new commissions, discover connections that have shaped British art and new perspectives on artistic circles, from the Bloomsbury Group to the Young […]
Inspired by Seeing Each Other: Portraits of Artists, artists in the Gallery’s Community Programme have reimagined their own self-portraits. Now in its 23rd year, Pallant House Gallery’s Community Programme continues to thrive. This season, visitors are able to discover more about the people who are part of this pioneering initiative through Hand-Made, a collection of 120 photographic portraits. […]
Shippam's: A Chichester Brand Admission is free, with donations welcome. Behind every jar of potted paste was a person, a story - and a city. This summer, one of Chichester's most iconic names steps back into the spotlight in a brand new exhibition exploring the history, impact, and legacy of Shippam's. From humble beginnings in […]
What would you put in your perfect sandwich? Shippam’s was once known as the “Ace of Pastes” – now it’s your turn to create a colourful hanging mobile filled with your dream ingredients! 10.30am – 2pm | Free | Drop In
Take inspiration from Shippam’s famous bold and quirky adverts to create your own vintage-style poster. From flying paste pots to talking sardines, we’ll help you get creative with our archive materials. 10.30am – 2pm | Free | Drop In