" Off the Wall " Exhibition

Bushey Museum & Art Gallery presents a new exhibition featuring a diverse collection of paintings and other artworks on loan exclusively from private collections.
Departing from the traditional curated theme, “Off the Wall” celebrates the personal tastes and hidden treasures of volunteers and Friends of Bushey Museum. The exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the art that lives in private homes, featuring a disparate range of artworks in terms of age, style and medium, but every piece having a connection to Bushey.
“This show is a tribute to the people who support us,” says Hannah Schoenholtz, Art Curator. “By literally taking these pieces ‘off the walls’ of our Friends' and volunteers’ homes and placing them in a public gallery, we’re sharing the personal stories and eclectic passions of local collectors.”
Because the works are drawn from various private sources, visitors can expect an unpredictable journey through different eras, subject matter and media. The exhibition highlights the idea that art doesn't need to follow a single narrative to be powerful; its value often lies in the joy it brings to its everyday keepers.

Exhibition Details:
• Title: Off the Wall
• Dates: Start date: 25th April 2026 End date: 11th October 2026

About Bushey Museum & Art Gallery:
Officially named a Hidden Gem in 2024-25 by VisitEngland for its outstanding local art and history, Bushey Museum & Art Gallery is entirely volunteer-run and proudly focusses on the village’s rich artistic heritage. It houses the largest public collection of art in Hertfordshire, featuring notable works by Sir Hubert von Herkomer, artists of the famous Herkomer School and Lucy Kemp-Welch’s equine paintings.

For more information visit http://busheymuseum.org/