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Art History Festival 2026
Monday 5- Sunday 11 October 2026
The Art History Festival 2026 celebrates the full spectrum of art history in all its richness, across the histories of art, architecture and design.
From hands‑on workshops to behind‑the‑scenes demonstrations, curator‑led tours and creative experiences, the Festival is packed with events of all kinds, for audiences of all ages, backgrounds and lived experiences.
Take part in the 2026 festival, and learn how art history helps us to better understand the world around us. Get curious, relax, have fun or learn something new at a free event online or at a venue near you.
The Art History Festival is an annual event run by the Association for Art History, celebrating art, design, and architecture.
Image credit: Participating artists and visitors attending Aso là ´nkí, kí a tó ki ènìyàn – We greet the cloth before we greet its wearer, the inaugural exhibition at the G.A.S. Farm House curated by Miriam Bettin. Image courtesy of Guest Artists Space Foundation.