Butler Gallery welcomes families and children and our Children's Programme plays a key role in encouraging learning through art at Butler Gallery for all ages.

For information on our child friendly programming from creative workshops to festivals and events such as National Drawing Day check out What’s On for a full list of Family Friendly Activities.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

If you would like to receive SMS notification of upcoming family friendly events please email [email protected]

More to Explore

The O’Malley Collection

The O’Malley Collection includes work from Tony O’Malley (1913 – 2003) and Jane O’Malley (b. 1944).

Heritage & Archaeology

Several archaeological digs were carried out from 2010 onwards as part of the Evans' Home refurbishment.

Monastic Site

The site of Butler Gallery has a long and diverse history spanning over 800 years.

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Monday: closed (except Bank Holidays when Sunday hours apply)
Tuesday-Saturday: 10.00–17.00*
Thursday: Late Night 10.00–20.00*
Sunday: 11.00–17.00*
* last admission is 30 mins before closing times