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.
Revisit the vibrancy and innovation that defined a decade! 'I Grew Up 80s' provides a colourful trip down memory lane, capturing what the decade was like from a child's perspective when music was on cassettes, shellsuits and leg warmers were must-haves and everyone received a Rubik's Cube for Christmas. The period saw huge developments in […]
After Keith Haring proclaimed that ‘Art is for everybody’, a generation of artists from the 60’s have been striving to make art relevant and accessible to all, not just an elite few. Access to art is the vision on which Oxmarket Contemporary was conceived by its founders and by which we continue to operate. We believe […]
Acclaimed visual artist Rana Begum RA transforms our historic staircase with No.1367 Mesh, her iconic suspended, colourful mesh clusters, creating a vibrant blend of history and contemporary art. The monumental installation, No.1367 Mesh, crafted specifically for our historic staircase, features Begum’s iconic colourful mesh clusters (often referred to as ‘clouds’). Each unique configuration brings vibrant colour and organic […]
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 […]
Oxmarket Cotemporary are delighted that Chichester Open Studios will be joining us again in the John Rank Gallery and the Wilson Gallery for a two week exhibition. Many of the artists and makers will be stewarding the exhibition and are more than happy to talk to the visitors about their work.
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 […]
Did you know Shippam’s once had its own shops selling pastes and sausages? Pop into The Novium Museum to design and decorate your very own Shippam’s-inspired shopping bag to take home. 10.30am – 2pm | Free | Drop 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