Sussex Modernism
23 May to 28 September

Curated by Dr Hope Wolf, this exhibition interweaves painting, sculpture, film, textiles, literature and music, bringing together artists not usually included within the story of modernism.

Light at Towner

Book a table at our second floor restaurant

Heritage Open Days
12 to 19 September
Free

Towner invites you to a series of free special events for Heritage Open Days, an annual celebration of England's history and culture

Emii Alrai: Capture
26 July 2025 to 2 November 2025
Free

An installation exploring Middle Eastern mythologies, archaeology and Western museum structures. Part of a new series of solo exhibitions by exceptional contemporary artists.

What's On for families

Experience the Towner Collection

Book Behind the Scenes Tours online now!

Alternating Tuesdays and Sundays

£10 (£9 Towner Members)

Towner Fairs

Showcasing makers from East Sussex and beyond, with something for every budget

The Ravilious Collection
Open daily from 26 September
Free

A must-see for fans of Ravilious and newcomers alike, this display will highlight the much-loved artist's contributions to the art world.

Venue Hire

Host your next event at Towner

The Findings

Explore and learn about the five artworks created by artist Verity-Jane Keefe, now installed in Shinewater and Langney. 

The Four Directions

Towner has commissioned four new benches sited at the Warren Hill dew pond designed by artist Will Spankie and inscribed with text by artist and writer Alinah Azadeh

Impressions in Watercolour: J. M. W. Turner and his Contemporaries
23 October 2025 to 12 April 2026

A rare opportunity to see J.M.W. Turner at his most experimental and gestural during the 250th anniversary of his birth year.