Mo‘olelo of the Ahupuaʻa tells the various stories of living, working, playing and learning within a sustainable landscape. These are themes within the epic Hawaiian myth Hiʻiakaikapoliopele, which Hawaiian artist Solomon Enos depicts in this series of paintings. The heroine Hiʻiaka is on a quest that takes her throughout the various landscapes and worlds of […]

At the Pitt Rivers Museum in Oxford, England, you can see a beautiful Ahu’ula, a feather cloak from Hawaii. It is on display on the ground floor, in a case that has a curtain covering the glass, which when drawn back reveals the striking yellow, red and black design worked in tiny feathers. Draw back […]

The ahupua‘a, a land division extending from the mountains to the sea, has long been the cornerstone of sustainable land management for Kanaka Maoli (Hawaiian) communities. "Ma uka" (toward the mountains) and "Ma kai" (toward the sea) are not merely directional references; they signify a deep understanding of care and access to natural and cultural resources within these regions. Through […]

Discover the beautifully sculptural Hulu Nēnē dress by fashion icon Manaola Yap, a designer and cultural practitioner from Hawaiʻi, within the Pitt Rivers Museum galleries. Displayed in a case in near the centre of the museum court on the ground floor, this installation is part of the journey through the Hawaiian landscape offered through the museum's current […]

In this Archive Case display, artists Simon Grennan and Solomon Enos re-examine the work of nineteenth century author Robert Louis Stevenson through dynamic graphic storytelling. Stevenson travelled to several Pacific islands before settling in Sāmoa in 1890. Referencing this time in Sāmoa, as well as Hawai’i and Europe, related items are brought together from the […]

Unfinished is a poem written by Carol Ann Carl, a daughter of the island of Pohnpei in the Federated States of Micronesia. With a background in Biochemistry and health, her community work revolves around Micronesian youth and women. Carol Ann was entrusted to be the keeper of traditional origin stories, which she shares through her writings. […]

FREE EXHIBITION 20 Sep 2025 to 28 Jun 2026 Gallery 11 Admission is FREE Pat Suet-Bik Hui 許雪碧 (b. 1943) is a US-based Hong Kong artist. This exhibition showcases her work alongside others who engage with the tradition of the 'three perfections' 三絕, which brings together the three art forms of poetry, calligraphy, and painting. […]

6 Dec 2025 - 29 Nov 2026  Gallery 7 Admission is FREE Coinage remains one of the best represented and most recognisable elements of Roman material culture. This display will showcase a selection of Roman coins in the Ashmolean collection that were found in Oxfordshire and tell the story of the region from the Roman […]

Shadowlight Supported Studio. A powerful celebration of identity, creativity and community, this group exhibition showcases artwork and film by learning-disabled and neurodivergent artists. Join us for a new exhibition of […]

As we grapple with the possibilities and excesses of our image-obsessed culture, this free exhibition looks back at the way in which a specific kind of image – portraits – […]

Pat Suet-Bik Hui 許雪碧 (b. 1943) is a US-based Hong Kong artist. This exhibition showcases her work alongside others who engage with the tradition of the 'three perfections' 三絕, which brings together the three art forms of poetry, calligraphy, and painting. The exhibition includes works by Hui, her contemporaries, her teacher Lui Shou-Kwan and others […]

Discover the enduring legacy of one of the greatest writers of the past century. Tradecraft draws upon the vast archive of John le Carré, otherwise known as David Cornwell. Held at […]

Marking the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth, Dancing with Austen explores how important dance was to Austen’s gentry society and its crucial role in her creativity. Dancing moves the plot in all […]

Explore the Enchanted Library with our new Winter Trail and see if you can spot the signs of winter in the stories. Our trail sheet includes a take home craft, […]

The Drawing Project is a collaborative work involving sixteen artists and two paintings from the Ashmolean Museum: The Forest Fire by Piero di Cosimo and The Exposition of Moses by Nicholas Poussin. The aim was […]

This exhibition shows the New work created by WOA artists  CLOSED MONDAYS

Song of Myself, 1995, Tom Phillips RA (1937–2022), wire, 360 x 180 cm. Credit: Estate of Tom Phillips CBE RA Tom Phillips described Song of Myself as “an attempt to list the […]

Oxford University (and online). February 28-March 1, 2026 Modernism Remodelled A Transdisciplinary Conference Oxford University (and online) February 28-March 1, 2026 Fees: £180 (in person) £100 (Online) Prices exclude booking […]

Turrill Sculpture Garden Winter Quarter Selling Exhibition Venue, Timing and Cost Venue: The Turrill Sculpture Garden Date: Saturday, 3 January 2026 to Saturday, 28 February 2026 Timing: Mon, Fri - 9.30 - […]

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A powerful celebration of identity, creativity and community in a group exhibition. FREE

Venue, Timing and Cost Venue: Old Fire Station Date(s): Thursday, 29 January 2026 to Saturday, 14 March 2026 Timing: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 4pm Cost: FREE Koestler Arts and the Old […]

About the events The Oxford Seminars in Cartography have been taking place since 1993, with interested cartographers meeting regularly for a programme of lectures and field trips exploring all facets […]

Enjoy a luxury Wonderland-themed tea in our cafe. Our Alice-inspired Wonderland Teas are available for pre-booked groups only*. Guests enjoy exclusive access to our Alice-themed Room in which to enjoy […]

An Oxford Playhouse Production By Edward Albee Directed by Mike Tweddle One evening. Two couples. No place to hide. Welcome to the small hours at George and Martha’s – the alcohol is […]

Overview Monthly indoor-outdoor workshop for ages 5-9 & adult/s Nature Club - Earthworms: The Compost Crew for ages 5-9 at the Science Oxford Centre Worms are amazing – find out […]

A very rare and special opportunity to perform the Goossens-Beecham version of Handel's Messiah After 20 years of our Oxford "Come and Sing" concerts, Oxford Orpheus is hoping you will […]

Overview A very rare and special opportunity to perform the Goossens-Beecham version of Handel's Messiah After 20 years of our Oxford "Come and Sing" concerts, Oxford Orpheus is hoping you […]

The Bodleian Zine Fair returns for its fourth year to celebrate zine-making and self-publishing by Oxford students and communities, with the theme of 'The Writer's Process'. Come and be inspired […]

Age Restrictions: 18+ Get ready for an incredible night as Howard Donald takes over the decks an exclusive DJ set. Known for his passion for underground house and electronic music, […]

Venue, Timing and Cost Venue: Oxford Town Hall Date(s): Saturday, 28 February 2026 Timing: 6.30 doors open, concert times 7.00 9.30 pm Cost: £15/£7.50 In this our final annual choral […]

A rare opportunity to hear the arrangement of the Messiah commissioned by Sir Thomas Beecham and orchestrated by Sir Eugene Goosens. Oxford Town HallOxford, England Saturday, Feb 28 from 7 […]

Join us for a fun-filled Big Fat Charity Quiz Night—good vibes, great questions, and helping a great cause! Get Ready for the Big Fat Charity Quiz Night! Bring your friends […]

Alasdair Beckett-King is the crumbliest comedian in the game: a multi-award-winning stand-up comic and (occasionally) an internet sensation. Come vagabonds, come mountebanks, come coney-catchers and cutpurses and meet the King […]

New jazz interpretations of the music of Burt Bacharach featuring Catherine Sykes (vocals), Alex Steele (musical director, piano), Paul Jeff From the 1950’s onwards, Burt Bacharach created a huge catalogue […]

More than two hours of hits and classics by John, Paul, George and Ringo from the Beatles Years & Beyond - LIVE!! High-energy, top-drawer musicianship and precise vocal harmonies that […]