Showcasing a marvelous assortment of painting in Cornwall from the 1920s to the 1960s, this exhibition reveals the rich diversity of artistic styles that this region has inspired. Hanging alongside the better-known names of Trevor Bell, Terry Frost, Patrick Heron, Cedric Morris, Ben Nicholson, Adrian Ryan, Bryan Wynter and John Wells is a plethora of remarkable work by artists from the same period including Shearer Armstrong, George Lambourn, Mary Jewels, Albert Reuss and Charles Breaker.
Click here to view the film by Cathy Sayers that accompanies the exhibition (12 mins)




Penlee House is a beautiful art gallery and museum, set within sub-tropical gardens, with a great café.
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Our vibrant exhibition programme celebrates the nationally important art and history of West Cornwall.
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From school visits to family activities, talks and walks, there are plenty of learning opportunities at Penlee House.
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Enjoy a delicious lunch or coffee at the Orangery Café, with its sunny terrace overlooking the park.
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