Welcome to the London Art History Society
The London Art History Society is open to anyone who would like to acquire a greater understanding of the history of the visual arts in a friendly and stimulating environment.
Our aim is to provide a full and varied programme of lectures, courses, seminars and schools, study days, walks, visits and tours at affordable prices. We pride ourselves on the quality of our speakers, who are chosen not only for their expertise, but also for their ability to engage and entertain an audience. Do explore our website to find out more about us.
FUTURE EVENTS UPDATE
Due to the continuing situation with the coronavirus we have postponed all events scheduled until the end of August and are running a programme of online events, details available in the What’s On section above.
Our Next Online Lecture
Paint it black: Titian’s religious paintings for Philip II
Lecturer: Carlo Corsato
Thursday 9 July 2020
2-3pm
This lecture is online – please join the Zoom meeting 15 minutes before the start time
NB: Booking required
Our Next Online Study Event
The Ghent Altarpiece: exploring the van Eycks’ masterpiece
Lecturer: Paula Nuttall
Thursdays 16-30 July 2020
11am-12pm
This event is online – please join the Zoom meetings 15 minutes before the start time
News
MEMBERS’ LETTER – this contains details of a further online study day on the Ghent Altarpiece.
GALLERIES: Some commercial art galleries in London will open their doors again on 15 June.
CHAIRMAN’S LETTER TO MEMBERS – including details of our online programme of events.
ART ONLINE If you are looking for inspiration have a look at our suggestions of art institution websites and programmes to view which are providing a wide variety of interesting digital tours and events.
London Art History Society Review
Society members receive a printed copy of the current year’s Review, but PDF versions of past editions can be downloaded without charge from this site.
Volunteer
The Society exists thanks to the hard work of our volunteers; if you have spare time, take part!