Update on Horsham Museum and Art Gallery – 17 September

The Horsham Museum and Art Gallery which was closed yesterday (Tuesday 16 September) following a break-in that occurred in the early hours of the morning of 16 September, is expected to re-open today at 1pm.

The incident resulted in damage to the front window, which now requires repair. No artefacts were damaged or stolen in relation to the incident.

Sussex Police have been notified and are actively investigating the matter. We are currently helping with their enquiries.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate the public’s understanding whilst we work to restore the site.

The Art Gallery at Horsham Museum

Colourful artwork of Piries Place

From Good Friday Horsham Museum will present a gallery which showcases the work of artists from the South East of England. The selection of work on display is varied featuring calming landscape views and dramatic coastlines as well as abstract works and even highly detailed astronomical prints of far away galaxies and nebulas.

The spring collection will be the inaugural display and the aim is to create a place in Horsham where the art of local artists and makers from the south east can be championed.  Visitors to the museum will be able to enjoy the diverse range of artworks on display and those looking to find a new piece of artwork for their own collection are likely to discover something wonderful within the selection.

Artists who are interested in contributing to future displays can send examples of their work to museum@horsham.gov.uk for the chance to be selected for a future collection.  Horsham has a strong tradition of creativity and it is a privilege to be able to host the artwork of so many talented artists.

Oil painting of boats in a harbour

Sailing Boats, Dell Quay by Jennifer Greenland

Published: 22 Mar 2023