This autumn, Sheffield is bursting with artistic and cultural experiences that celebrate creativity and our community. From engaging exhibitions to lively performances and hands-on workshops, there's something for everyone. Enjoy a tour of Kelham Island Museum, a new Pete McKee exhibition, Diwali celebrations and more!
Lunchtime Talk: Tess Jaray’s Early Work
Tue 8 Oct, 1pm – 1:45pm, Millennium Gallery, Free
Curator Natalie Rudd explores the emergence of Tess Jaray in the 1960s, focusing on her creative development and the key works in the current exhibition.
For more information visit: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/lunchtime-talk-seeing-from-all-sides-the-early-work-of-tess-jaray/
Steel City Beer and Cider Festival
Wed 16 – Sat 19 Oct, Kelham Island Museum
Kelham Island hosts the return of the Steel City Beer & Cider Festival, featuring cask ales, craft beers, cider, street food, and live entertainment.
For more information visit: https://sheffield.camra.org.uk/festival/
Curator Tour: Sharing People’s Stories at Kelham Island Museum
Tue 22 Oct, 1pm – 1:45pm, Kelham Island Museum, Free
Curators Cheryl Bowen and Emma Paragreen present an in-depth tour of the museum’s latest displays, focusing on amplifying diverse voices and exploring the museum's efforts toward decolonising its collections, while highlighting Sheffield’s global connections.
For more information visit: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/curator-tour-sharing-people-s-stories-at-kelham-island-museum/
A Passion for Prints: Odilon Redon
Wed 23 Oct, 1pm – 2pm, Graves Gallery, Free
David Alston leads a tour of A Passion for Prints, showcasing Sheffield’s impressive print collection. He will offer insights into key works, particularly those by French artist Odilon Redon, providing a deeper understanding of the exhibition.
For more information visit: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/tour-a-passion-for-prints-odilon-redon-oct-2024/
Acts of Creation: On Art and Motherhood
24 Oct 2024 – 19 Jan 2025, Hayward Gallery Touring, Free Entry
Curated by Hettie Judah, this exhibition explores the multifaceted experience of motherhood through over 100 artworks, spanning the feminist avant-garde to contemporary art. With themes of creation, caregiving, and loss, it delves into the heartaches and joys of motherhood, showcasing the artist as a mother in a series of compelling self-portraits.
For more information visit: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/acts-of-creation-on-art-and-motherhood/
Off the Shelf Festival: Acts of Creation – Hettie Judah in Conversation
Thu 24 Oct, 12:30pm, Millennium Gallery, £9/£7
Hettie Judah explores themes of motherhood and art through an illustrated conversation, tracing perspectives from ancient goddess figures to modern interpretations of pregnancy.
For more information visit: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/off-the-shelf-festival-acts-of-creation-on-art-and-motherhood-hettie-judah-in-conversation-with-hannah-clugston/
Crafted
26 Oct – 24 Dec 2024, Millennium Gallery, Free Entry
An annual selling showcase celebrating craftsmanship, featuring jewellery, glass, ceramics, textiles, and more from independent makers. Perfect for finding unique Christmas gifts.
For more information visit: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/crafted/
The Story of Diwali
Sat 2 Nov, 2:30pm – 4pm, Millennium Gallery, Suggested donation £5
Celebrate the festival of lights with a vibrant performance of traditional Indian theatre, dance, and music, organized by SuNrit Culture Group. This festive show brings the story of Diwali to life in a colorful and joyful display.
For more information: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/performance-the-story-of-diwali-2024/
The Boy with a Leg Named Brian: Pete McKee Exhibition
Opens 29 Nov 2024, Weston Park Museum
Celebrating the 1970s through the lens of Sheffield artist Pete McKee, this exhibition reflects on formative moments of childhood, popular culture, and nostalgia.
For more information visit: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/pete-mckee/
October Half-Term Family Activities
29 Oct – 1 Nov, Various Venues
From creating swifts at Kelham Island Museum to contributing to a giant collaborative artwork at Weston Park, families can enjoy interactive activities exploring Sheffield’s art and heritage.
For more information visit: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on?category=Family%20Events%20%26%20Activities
Time for Tea
Ongoing display through Sun 7 Sep 2025, Free Entry
This new display honors the British tradition of enjoying tea together. It features recent additions to Sheffield’s Metalwork Collection, including Britannia metal vessels from the 1780s to 1860s, showcasing teapots and containers for loose leaf tea. Collaborating with Xenia, a social group for women learning English in Sheffield, the exhibit also includes reflections on tea culture alongside artworks and objects from the city's Visual Art, Industrial, and Social History collections.
For more information visit: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/time-for-tea/
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