What is Truth?
This year, the Sainsbury Centre is investigating how we can know what is true in the world around us through a series of fascinating, interlinked exhibitions – In Event of Moon Disaster, Liquid Gender, Jeffrey Gibson: no simple word for time and The Camera Never Lies – bringing together some of the world’s leading artists and creative thinkers, plus a new, interlinking publication.
17 February - 20 October 2024
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In September 2024, the Sainsbury Centre will pose its next big societal question through its six-month season of exhibitions exploring Why Do We Take Drugs?. From alcohol to ayahuasca and from legal to illicit, this season will take you on your next journey of investigation all within the walls of one dynamic art museum.
14 September - 27 April 2025
Heritage Open Days 2024: Free Tours
As part of Heritage Open Days, we are offering exclusive tours of the world-class Sainsbury Centre designed by architect Norman Foster. Learn about the Sainsbury Centre and its collection from those who know it best and visit areas that are usually closed off to the general public.
7 September - 13 September 2024
Artists and Farmers: A Life Drawing Session
Join us for this extraordinary event that bridges the gap between art and agriculture, celebrating the resilience and creativity of both communities.
11 July 2024
Guided Family Sculpture Trails
Free guided sculpture trail for families with activities and stories along the way. On selected dates throughout the summer.
22 June - 9 August 2024
Living Art: Six Ways to Enjoy This Unique Experience
This display dramatically reimagines how we can revitalise the cross-cultural conversations that were established at the foundation of the Sainsbury Centre in the 1970s, as one of the first museum settings that works of art from across six continents were displayed equally and in conversation.
Sculpture Park Tours 2024
Our popular Sculpture Park tours are returning for the summer. Join one of our knowledgeable and enthusiastic volunteer guides for a walking tour through our beautiful parkland.
6 June - 27 July 2024
Norwich Death Cafe at the Sainsbury Centre – Summer 2024
Join a relaxed conversation and openly talk about death, dying and end of life at the Sainsbury Centre.
11 July 2024
Lower Galleries: Tank Man and The Heart of Truth
Two new displays now showing in our Lower Galleries: Tank Man, part of The Camera Never Lies (on the Mezzanine Gallery from 18 May – 20 October 2024), and The Heart of Truth, curated by Vanessa Tothill in partnership with the Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures.
Artist Talk: Yuki Kihara
Yuki Kihara will be in conversation with Karen Jacobs, Associate Professor in the Sainsbury Research Unit. They will cover Paradise Camp and its ongoing development exploring the artist’s intersectional themes such as gender, museum collections, climate change and colonisation
4 July 2024
Spotlight Tours – Summer 2024
Our ever-popular Spotlight Tours return for the summer.
What is Truth?
This year, the Sainsbury Centre is investigating how we can know what is true in the world around us through a series of fascinating, interlinked exhibitions – In Event of Moon Disaster, Liquid Gender, Jeffrey Gibson: no simple word for time and The Camera Never Lies – bringing together some of the world’s leading artists and creative thinkers, plus a new, interlinking publication.
17 February - 20 October 2024
Summer Brochure 2024
Summer Brochure 2024
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Living Area
The Living Area is the display of the eclectic Robert and Lisa Sainsbury Collection. Daily guided tour Tuesday - Sunday at 2pm
Sculpture Park
The Sculpture Park is set within the 350 acres of parkland featuring outstanding art, architecture and natural beauty. Open daily during daylight for all visitors to enjoy.