Welcome to The Arts Society Cambridge

Our Lectures are held in Wolfson Hall, Churchill College. They begin at 10:45 a.m. on Thursday mornings and last about an hour. tea, coffee, and biscuits are served from 10:00 a.m. in the College Buttery

July 2025

WELCOME FROM THE CHAIR

We are delighted you found our page and a very warm welcome to The Arts Society Cambridge. 

Our aim is to bring people together through a shared interest and curiosity for the arts.

The monthly talks are led by passionate, highly qualified experts who bring their knowledge of painting, sculpture, architecture, music, photography, furniture, ceramics, and more to life.

We gather from 10.00 for tea or coffee, followed by the meeting at 11.00. It’s the perfect way to spend a morning—learning something new and connecting with fellow art enthusiasts. 

Following the talk there is an opportunity to have lunch in the Churchill dining room, to meet old friends and make new ones.   There are always lively discussions and we are often joined by the speaker so there is the opportunity to ask that ‘just one more’ question!

Beyond our monthly talks, we enjoy two special interest days and we organise visits and events to art galleries, museums, and places of historic and artistic interest—both locally and further afield. Whether it’s a day trip or something more, there’s always something exciting to look forward to!

We are always looking for enthusiastic members to join our committee or, if you are interested in conservation, there is a role for you with our Heritage volunteers whose work continues at the Painted Church in the centre of Cambridge.

If you are new to Cambridge or just new to The Arts Society volunteering with us is a fantastic way to meet new people, share your passion for the arts, and make a real difference in our community.

What makes us special is you—our members, volunteers, and committee members. Together, we share a passion for the arts that nourishes and connects us.

We would love you to join us! Whether you’re a lifelong art lover, curious to learn more, or eager to get involved behind the scenes, there’s a place for you here at The Arts Society Cambridge and I look forward to welcoming you personally at our first lecture in October so please come and introduce yourself.

Jacqui Varley

Chair