Exploring the University of York Art Collection

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Exploring the University of York Art Collection

Explore the hidden treasures of the University of York’s art collection on a guided walk with its inaugural curator, Helena Cox.

By York Festival of Ideas

Date and time

Starts on Wed, 11 Jun 2025 18:30 GMT+1

Location

JB Morrell Library

University Road Heslington YO10 5DD United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour

Explore the hidden treasures of the University of York’s art collection on a guided walk with its inaugural curator, Helena Cox.

The art collection consists of a wide range of works, including many by acknowledged masters. Although formed over the last 60 years, a curator was not appointed until 2022.

Join Helena to find out more about the art in this exciting collection.

Please note: Participants need to be able to walk and stand for an hour. The route requires walking on uneven terrain, so please wear suitable footwear.

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York is an incredibly exciting, vibrant and diverse city, rich in heritage, discovery and an overriding sense of curiosity - in short a city where ideas spring to life and flourish and where collaboration is celebrated. 

York Festival of Ideas will return in 2025, from 31 May - 13 June with the theme of Making Waves.

yorkfestivalofideas.com

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