Cecil Higgins Art Gallery
On 29th July 1949 the Gallery opened to the public in Cecil Higgins' old home. An extension was added in 1976 to allow greater exhibition space for the Watercolours and Ceramics, Porcelain and Glass and today it is renowned for its collection of Fine and Decorative Arts. Illustrating the history of British and European watercolour painting from 18th to 20th centuries, it represents leading artists such as Gainsborough, Constable, J.S. Cotman, Rowlandson and Turner. Plus a collection of prints starting in the 16th Century which includes Bawden, Dix Durer, Rembrandt, Piranesi, Spencer, Warhol, Whistler, the Impressionists and Picasso. Costume, Textiles and Dresses are also on display. There are currently three major exhibitions a year at the Gallery showing works from the Paintings, Prints and Drawings Collection and often featuring items on loan from other galleries.
