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 ongoing situation with coronavirus we are running a programme of online events, full details available in the What’s On section above.
Our Next Online Course
Personal Possessions of the Mughal Emperors and the Decorative Arts in Mughal India in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries (Parts 3-5)
Lecturer: Ursula Weekes
Thursdays 10-24 September 2020
11am- 1pm
This event is online – please join the Zoom meetings 15 minutes before the start time
Our Next Online Study Event
Being Modern in America: American art in the twentieth century
Lecturer: Ben Street
Tuesdays 6-20 October 2020
11am-12pm
This event is online – please join the Zoom meetings 15 minutes before the start time
News
E-News Bulletin September 2020 is now available.
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS AUTUMN 2020. You can now book our online lectures and study events arranged during the autumn term.
MUSEUMS AND ART GALLERIES are now reopening. Check individual websites for details. Entry will be by advance booking. Major exhibitions are included in our listing of London exhibitions for the second half of 2020.
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!