Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings
Sat 12 Sept · 19:00
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National Trust regional curator Claire Reed will give a 45-minute talk titled The Secret Lives of Paintings at Stourhead in Bath on 12 September 2026. The talk explores discoveries and secrets found in paintings. Tickets are free.
You’re invited to join one of the National Trust’s regional curators, Claire Reed for a 45-minute talk exploring the discoveries made and secrets under the surface of the painting: ‘Stourhead in its Infancy’. The painting has long been thought to be the first depiction of the world-famous garden.
The evening starts with a welcoming glass of Prosecco or non-alcoholic sparkling alternative, before heading into the impressive Picture Gallery for the talk. After the 45-minute talk there will be time for questions followed by a private view of Stourhead’s current exhibition, The Secret Lives of Paintings, accompanied by its curator.
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Frequently asked questions
Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings takes place on Saturday, 12 September 2026 at 19:00.
Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings is held at Stourhead in Bath (near Mere, Wiltshire).
Entry to Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings is free.
Tickets for Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings
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National Trust regional curator Claire Reed will give a 45-minute talk titled The Secret Lives of Paintings at Stourhead in Bath on 12 September 2026. The talk explores discoveries and secrets found in paintings. Tickets are free.
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You’re invited to join one of the National Trust’s regional curators, Claire Reed for a 45-minute talk exploring the discoveries made and secrets under the surface of the painting: ‘Stourhead in its Infancy’. The painting has long been thought to be the first depiction of the world-famous garden.
The evening starts with a welcoming glass of Prosecco or non-alcoholic sparkling alternative, before heading into the impressive Picture Gallery for the talk. After the 45-minute talk there will be time for questions followed by a private view of Stourhead’s current exhibition, The Secret Lives of Paintings, accompanied by its curator.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings?
Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings takes place on Saturday, 12 September 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings taking place?
Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings is held at Stourhead in Bath (near Mere, Wiltshire).
How much are tickets for Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings?
Entry to Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings is free.
How do I get tickets for Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings?
Tickets for Curators talk: The Secret Lives of Paintings can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Stourhead
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Price
Free Entry
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