Arts and Humanities Day 2026 | What's On
'Becoming Doctors' | Art Exhibition
Becoming Doctors is an exhibition of artwork by medical students from the University of Southampton that runs from 8 September to 5 December 2026 at the John Hansard Gallery. F ...Read More
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'Becoming Doctors' | Exhibition Guided Tour
Did you know that creative art was part of the medical training for future doctors? The John Hansard Gallery is currently showing an art exhibition curated by Dr Luca di Gregorio, ...Read More
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Beatboxing for Beginners | Workshop
Discover how to turn your voice into a drum kit! This practical, playful workshop introduces the basics of beatboxing, from kick drums and snares to hi-hats, helping you combine si ...Read More
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Bitterne Shed Club exhibition
Discover the creativity, craftsmanship, and community spirit of the Bitterne Shed Club, a welcoming space where men come together to make, mend, learn, and share skills while enjoy ...Read More
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Build a marine habitat with the Solent Seascape Project
Join the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust to create four marine habitats that the Solent Seascape Project helps to restore in real life! You will be making your very own ...Read More
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Celebrating My Body | Creative Art Workshop
When is the last time you thought about your body and what it can do? Have you ever tried to draw your favourite body part and show it to someone else? Join us for a fun, explorato ...Read More
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Chinese Lantern-Making: the art of light
Add a little colour and creativity to your day by discovering the traditional craft of Chinese lantern-making. With a history dating back to the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220), Chine ...Read More
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Create your own cuneiform tablet
You are invited to step into the world of ancient Mesopotamia and create your own clay cuneiform tablet using one of the earliest writing systems in human history. You will be intr ...Read More
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Denim in the AI age
Have you thought about how your jeans are made? Cotton, indigo and a side of technology! Meet the Winchester School of Art Fashion team and examine how technology is playing an inc ...Read More
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Digital Human Twins: student portfolio showcase
Step into the future with Winchester School of Art students to explore interactive digital human twins and discover how technology can shape our collective lives. Dr Angelina Pa ...Read More
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Discover Baduanjin Qigong: move, breathe and relax | Workshop
Looking for a simple way to relax, move more and take a moment for yourself? Come and discover Baduanjin, an ancient Chinese Qigong practice that promotes health and balance throug ...Read More
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Drawn to Digital: from page to pixel
How does a drawing on paper become a digital object you can spin, zoom and share? In this hands-on activity, you'll find out by doing it yourself. Start with pencils and a printed ...Read More
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Explore Digital Humanities in Southampton
Come and explore digital humanities projects and technology! Digital Humanities Southampton is a team of academics, students and technicians who engage in research about digital te ...Read More
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Exploring Chinese Calligraphy: the art of calm
Take a moment to slow down and discover the beauty of Chinese calligraphy. This hands-on activity offers a relaxing introduction to one of China's most treasured artistic tradition ...Read More
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Family Fun Day! with John Hansard Gallery
Join John Hansard Gallery for creative activities inspired by current exhibitions! Throughout a morning of experimenting with materials, artwork making and exploring, discover Jo ...Read More
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Financial Resilience for Life™: money adventure challenge
The Global Smart Lab at the University of Southampton invites you to discover Financial Resilience for Life, an interactive educational game designed to help children and young peo ...Read More
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Fostering with Southampton City Council
Southampton City Council need more foster carers to provide safe and loving homes for children who can't live with their birth families at the current time. The children are from a ...Read More
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Games with Board in the City!
Board in the City, Portswood's popular board game café, is bringing a hand-picked selection of games from its incredible library of over 1,000 titles for you to explore and enjoy. ...Read More
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Gaming: explore art, tech, music and much more!
Discover how art, technology and creativity come together in this exciting interactive showcase from the Department of Art and Media Technology at the Winchester School of Art. Pla ...Read More
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Google Earth Detectives: monuments and shipwrecks
Southampton Geospatial at the University of Southampton uses digital maps and geographic data to explore places, patterns and stories around the world. In this hands-on activity ...Read More
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Greek Myths! Interactive Storytelling with Dr Ali Eales | Tour
How are stories written thousands of years ago still relevant today? And why do humans tell stories in the first place?! Join Dr Ali Eales to step inside Edward Burne-Jones's p ...Read More
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Hands-on Archaeology
The Department of Archaeology at the University of Southampton invites you to step into the fascinating world of ancient civilizations through a hands‑on exploration of archa ...Read More
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Hands-on language experience: an interactive marketplace
Step into our colourful mini‑market and try your hand at buying and selling pretend food and clothing while practising Arabic, Spanish, and other languages with our friendly ...Read More
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Healing Through Creativity: Therapeutic Art by Yellow Door Clients
Healing Through Creativity showcases artwork created by clients (aged between 11-17) of Yellow Door, a Southampton-based charity providing vital support to people who have experien ...Read More
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How To Build A Community Computer
How can communities build their own computers? Discover how technology, creativity, and community can come together in surprising ways as you explore the world of DIY computing ...Read More
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Lovely Rotters with Sir Harold Hillier Gardens
Join the Hillier Gardens' team for a hands-compost and earthworm exploration! In this creative and scientific activity, you will get up close with live worms and discover the f ...Read More
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Lullabies of Care: Music for New Beginnings | Performance
What can a lullaby tell us about care, connection and the earliest moments of life? Join musicians from the University of Southampton for a short live performance of lullabies ...Read More
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Make Your Move: Discover Chinese Chess (Xiangqi)
Discover Xiangqi, the traditional Chinese chess game, in this fun drop-in activity. Learn the basics, enjoy friendly matches and challenge your strategic thinking. Looking for a ...Read More
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Marvellous Bodies | Poetry Workshop for children
Join Gita Ralleigh, a medical doctor, artist and writer for a creative writing workshop. If you are a child aged 7 to 12, you are very welcome. It doesn't matter if you've never do ...Read More
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Meet the birds with Bird Aware Solent
The Bird Aware Solent team encourages people who visit the coast to look out for birds and give them the space they need to feed, rest and breed. We cover important areas from Hurs ...Read More
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Ocean Discovery with HIWWT | Art Workshop
Join Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust for a hands-on workshop that brings together marine science and creativity. During the workshop, you'll learn how to identify marine ...Read More
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Of Archaeology and rubbish
Explore how archaeologists study human rubbish by investigating mystery bin bags filled with everyday objects. Use clues to identify characters and uncover stories hidden in discar ...Read More
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On Conspiracy Theories | Workshop
Join Dr Taylor Matthews, Research Fellow in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Southampton, for an engaging discussion about conspiracy theories. Southampton is k ...Read More
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Play with Scientists and Light!
Join Lightwave from the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, alongside researchers from Cornerstone, to bring light to life! Create your own mosaic using polarising fi ...Read More
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Poetry and song... and a 'fortepiano' | Performance
Come and hear University of Southampton Music students perform beautiful English songs and folk tunes, including poetry by John Keats and John Milton, Wordsworth's Invocation to Sc ...Read More
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TeleAgriCulture: cultivating creative ecology
TeleAgriCulture is an interdisciplinary research project led by Dr Julian Stadon, bringing together researchers from the Arts and Humanities, Environmental Sciences, and Electronic ...Read More
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Tender Interbeing: the future of design with empathy
Tender Interbeing is an interactive exhibition showcasing how VR can support inclusivity, inviting younger generations to explore technology\'s role in shaping compassionate future ...Read More
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The art of learning to read with Read Easy
Reading does not happen automatically. Spoken language is an innate human trait that develops through exposure & carer support but to be able to read comprehensively, the brain mus ...Read More
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The Power of One Chord: ukulele, music and the brain | Workshop
The Centre for Music Education and Social Justice (CMESJ) and Turner Sims (University of Southampton's music venue) invite you to a fun and inclusive ukulele workshop for all ages. ...Read More
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The Secret Language of Flowers: women and sexuality | Workshop
What does a rose really say? Why does lily mean purity? And how can a bouquet carry a secret message? In this colourful, hands-on activity, you will become a Flower Detective an ...Read More
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Tír na nÓg: Archaeology of the Supernatural Otherworld | Talk
Explore what the supernatural is, through an interactive talk and engaging Q&A with a researcher! Jack Rogers is a post graduate researcher at the University of Southampton whos ...Read More
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Vultures | Cross-media Performance
Vultures is a cross-form piece by Matt Brombley, in response to research by Chi Ying Lam, working with migrant women at the cross-cultural hub as they engage with AI deep fakes. ...Read More
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