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May 2026
Society of Equestrian Artists
Wednesday 20th May, Thursday 21st May
10.30am to 4pm
FREE TO WATCH
Fresh from their exhibition in Newmarket, members of the Society of Equestrian Artists will be painting in the museum grounds as part of their annual residential week in Dedham. Come and see them at work.
On Wednesday artists will be capturing an elegant side saddle rider and on Thursday, Suffolk Punch horses are the models of choice. Thursday will conclude at 4pm with a display of work in the marquee on the lawn. There is an opportunity to purchase studies.
Sidesaddle Demonstration
Saturday 30th May
1pm to 4pm
FREE
Drop in and learn about side saddle riding with members of the Side Saddle Association, Area 4. Live demonstrations with commentary take place at 1.30pm and 3.30pm. Dress and equipment explanations in the marquee.
June 2026
Curator’s Tour
Thursday 4th June
11am to 12.30pm
£17, concessions available
On the anniversary of the opening of the Munnings Art Museum, 4th June 1961, join Director, Jenny Hand for a tour of the museum. The tour, which begins in the artist’s former studio in the grounds of the museum, includes exhibitions on the museum’s history, pictures from private collections and the influence of John Constable on the work of Alfred Munnings.
Curator’s Tour
Wednesday 24th June
11am to 12.30pm
£17, concessions available
The tour, which begins in the artist’s former studio in the grounds of the museum, includes exhibitions on the museum’s history, pictures from private collections and the influence of John Constable on the work of Alfred Munnings.
Dedham Art Society
Thursday 11th June, Sunday 14th June
10.30am to 4pm
FREE TO WATCH
Members of the Dedham Art Society will be painting horses in the museum grounds in preparation for their 60th anniversary celebration in 2027. They will be taking inspiration from Sir Alfred Munnings as part of their festival next year.
July 2026
Curator’s Tour
Thursday 30th July
11am to 12.30pm
£17, concessions available
The tour, which begins in the artist’s former studio in the grounds of the museum, includes exhibitions on the museum’s history, pictures from private collections and the influence of John Constable on the work of Alfred Munnings.
To watch & listen to
Recorded Talk: The Life and Work of Sir Alfred Munnings
Pre-recorded ONLINE event.
Marcia Whiting, Curatorial Associate, provides an overview of Alfred Munnings’ life and work.
You will be sent a link to play the film via Vimeo (installation not required). Recording lasts 41 minutes.
Recorded Four-part workshop series: Equestrian Art Basics with Jim Power
Join James Power for a four part series of pre-recorded ONLINE workshops to learn the basic steps needed to successfully draw and paint horses.
Session 1: Basics of Drawing the Horse
Session 2: Adding colour and form to the Horse
Session 3: Looking more closely at the horse’s head.
Session 4: Painting the horse’s head in oils.
Turf to Turf
The sport of Kings inspired the painter Sir Alfred Munnings to create some of his most well known paintings. See how these pictures were created and how they have travelled the globe, inspiring the artists of today. This short film was created in partnership with Art Historian, Christopher Garibaldi and the National Sporting Library and Museum, Virginia, USA.