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Hungate Medieval Art | Hungate, Norwich.
Hungate Medieval Art | Hungate, Norwich.
info@hungate.org.uk
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Hungate Medieval Art
is a charity promoting Norfolk’s colourful medieval history through free art exhibitions, lectures and events at the former church of St Peter Hungate on Elm Hill in Norwich city centre.
What we do
Hungate organises exhibitions to showcase aspects of medieval art and architecture, as well as exhibitions of works by contemporary artists responding to this heritage. We also hold themed workshops for families and individuals.
The building is generally open every weekend from March to October, whether or not an exhibition is running. A series of permanent displays highlight features of the building, and volunteers are happy to provide more information. Visitors are also welcome to spend time in our garden.
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St Peter Hungate
Princes Street
Norwich NR3 1AE
email:
info@hungate.org.uk
Normal opening times
Saturdays 10.00-16.00
Sundays 13.00-16.00
The building is also open at other times for special events. Please see
What’s On
for details.
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Opened in 2009, Hungate Medieval Art is a charity promoting Norfolk’s colourful medieval history through free art exhibitions, lectures and thought-provoking events at Hungate, the former Church of St Peter Hungate on Elm Hill in Norwich City Centre.
We organise exhibitions to showcase aspects of medieval art and architecture, as well as exhibitions of works by contemporary artists responding to this heritage. We also organise themed workshops for families and individuals.
The building is generally open every weekend from March to October, whether or not an exhibition is running. A series of permanent display boards highlight features of the building, and volunteers are happy to provide more information. Visitors are also welcome to spend time in our garden.
Exhibitions and events
We normally have two or three exhibitions per year, accompanied by special events and lectures. For more details see What’s On for current events and an archive of previous projects.
History
For more information about the church building, please visit the
History
page.
Brass rubbing
We have a collection of replica tomb brasses, this is an activity suitable for children or adults.
We provide all the materials, and you can take the finished picture home. We ask visitors to make a donation, the suggested amount is £4.
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Latest news
Hungate to host the Plunkett Prize exhibition
We are delighted to announce that we are partnering with the Norfolk and Norwich Archaeological Society again, this time as the host venue for the exhibition of shortlisted photographs from the inaugural Plunkett Photographic Prize. The theme of the prize celebrates...
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Shape Shift Converse Rework is an exhibition that tells the stories of a three-year collaborative project at Hellesdon Hospital in Norwich, which commissioned 15 international artists to work with patients and staff to create major artworks. This exhibition has been...
Hungate Talks in 2025 – Phenomenal Buildings
Our monthly talk season continues in 2025, on the theme of 'Phenomenal Buildings' - exploring the phenomenology of experiencing medieval churches, now and in the past. Talks are free, at 6.30 pm at HUNGATE, with light refreshments from 6.00 pm. The programme is: May...
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How to find us
Hungate
Princes Street
Norwich
NR3 1AE
info@hungate.org.uk
Normal opening times
Saturdays 10.00-16.00
Sundays 13.00-16.00
Donate
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