Exhibitions
See what amazing exhibitions are coming this year at Ushaw!
Extinction
On display daily until 8 November 2026
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction? Don’t miss the life size baby triceratops and utahraptor on display.
On display in the William Allen Gallery.
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
Daily until 31 August 2026
150 Years of Wedding Dresses showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and evolving trends that have defined one of the most memorable days in countless lives.
On display throughout the Main House & ChapelsÂ
Ushaw Through the Eye of a Needle
An exhibition by textile designer who also works at Ushaw, Tracey Russell.
On display until 23 August 2026
Snapshot
Daily until 1 November 2026
Snapshot explores the history of photography, from its early beginnings to the present day, revealing how the medium has shaped the way we capture and remember the world around us.
On display in the Library Gallery.
Take A Stitch 2 Durham
Take a Stitch 2 is an independent group of creative textile artists and stitchers from Durham and the surrounding area
On display until 13 September 2026
Lubaina Himid and Rebecca Chesney
Sat 14 November 2026 –Â Sun 31 January 2027
New work, including preparatory pieces relating to current and future projects at Ushaw, by two of the country’s leading contemporary artists.
On display in the William Allen Gallery.
Marking Space
We’re delighted to announce Marking Space, a striking new sculpture by Zara Worth which will be on display in Ushaw’s meadow.
On display until August 2026
Permanent Displays
The Pugins at Ushaw
Highlights the members of the Pugin family of architects and designers who were engaged by Ushaw’s Presidents to produce work for Ushaw.
Victorian Schoolroom
Experience what classroom life was like for those who studied at Ushaw. With antique desks used by the students over 100 years ago.
