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Wed 15 October 2025 9:00AM - 6:30PM

Curious Cures: Medicine in the Medieval World

Illuminated by medieval manuscripts, Cambridge University Library's exhibition explores a complex and intriguing world of medieval medicine.

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Autumn Art Adventure

Our Autumn Art Adventure is back!

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Hidden Histories

Explore the hidden histories of the Polar Museum in this new label display. From the female figures in polar history to the origins of Inuit art; follow the stories around the museum exhibits and discover something new.

10:00AM - 4:00PM

The Magpies' Magic Forest

There is old magic in the trees, and the magpies know where to find it

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Made in Ancient Egypt

From elaborately decorated coffins to the Books of the Dead, ancient Egyptians produced objects which remain iconic today. But who were the makers behind them and how were they made?

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Cultured Canines: Evolution, Emotion, Imitation

An exhibition by Allison Ksiazkewicz 22 July - 18 October 2025

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Everyday Wonder to Revelation: an exhibition of paintings by Alan Caine

Clare Hall is honoured to host an exhibition of paintings by Alan Caine (1936–2022), running from 10th October to 20th November 2025. Visitors are welcome daily between 10am and 5pm.

10:00AM - 5:00PM on Tue 13 January

Heatwave in Antarctic: Prints by Tadek Beutlich

This exhibition presents the prints of Tadek Beutlich (1922–2011), better known as one of the most important and experimental textile artists of the post-war era. The show focuses on works produced between 1962 and 1967, including several created with the influential publisher Editions Alecto.

11:00AM - 5:00PM

Lubaina Himid with Magda Stawarska: Another Chance Encounter

This new exhibition by one of the UK’s most renowned and celebrated contemporary artists will present new paintings, a special installation made in collaboration with Magda Stawarska and ‘interventions’ in the Kettle’s Yard house.

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Bradford Hill Seminar - The politics of epidemiology and public health in the UK - Professor Danny Dorling

All are invited to the hybrid Bradford Hill Seminar 'The politics of epidemiology and public health in the UK' with Professor Danny Dorling of the University of Oxford.

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Echoes of Horchin: Inner-Mongolian Epics & Folk Songs

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Inner Mongolia (northern China) with this recital that showcases the heroic epics, narrative folk songs, and soul-stirring melodies of the Horchin Mongols.

1:00PM - 2:30PM

Hidden Cambridge: The Unusual, The Quirky and The Downright Bizarre!

Hidden Cambridge’s latest and surely most entertaining city centre walking tour led by a Cambridge Green Badge Guide