Exhibitions & Events

Art exhibitions, events and local artists' on display.
26 September - 3 January 2027
Edge: Where the Land Meets the Sea
Hastings Contemporary
Until 11 October
Walter Sickert: Working Notes
Charleston

East Sussex Art Scene

Discover, connect and be inspired by East Sussex artists and cultural experiences that make the art scene a dynamic hub for the arts.

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Art Galleries & Exhibitions

Visit local art galleries and support artists and creatives in your area.

Brighton Museum Art Gallery
Royal Pavilion Pavilion Buildings, Brighton BN1 1EE
Charleston
Lewes, Southover Road, Lewes, BN7 1AB
Fabrica Gallery
40 Duke Street, Brighton, UK, BN1 1AG
Gallery North
70 High Street, Hailsham, East Sussex
Hastings Contemporary
Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings TN34 3DW
Rye Creative Centre
New Road, TN31 7LS

The East Sussex Art Scene is shaped by its coastal light, historic towns, and a vibrant culture of creativity that stretches from the Downs to the sea. From the artistic energy of Brighton, Lewes, and Hastings—with their galleries, studios, festivals, and thriving creative districts—to the independent makers, craft workshops, and community‑led projects flourishing in villages and seaside communities, the county offers a rich and inspiring environment for artistic expression. Artists here draw from dramatic chalk cliffs, atmospheric coastlines, and a long tradition of literary and visual arts, producing work that feels both rooted in place and alive with contemporary imagination.

The Local Art Scene is a trading name of Hart Media Group, Lymington, Hampshire, UK

Links: Art For Yachts

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