The Arts Society Stafford

CELEBRATING THE ARTS

The Arts Society Stafford , founded in 2002, is a friendly and growing society, led by an energetic committee. Members across a range of ages are attracted from quite some distance away, but naturally centre upon the town of Stafford itself. They have in common an interest in the Decorative and Fine Arts covering history, architecture, painting, sculpture, furniture, gardens, music, drama, costume, literature, etc.

The programme of lectures (monthly except for August and December) plus occasional Study Days offer members an enjoyable social occasion whilst simultaneously enhancing their existing knowledge. The committee also organises visits and other social occasions for members.

All societies affiliated to The Arts Society (TAS) subscribe to the same aims and objectives : the advancement of arts education and appreciation, and the preservation of our artistic heritage.

We are welcoming visitors at a nominal charge of £10.00, at the moment. Try us out. We now have room for more members.

Lecture Programme April 2026 to March 2027 click here

LECTURE PROGRAMME APRIL 2025 TO MARCH 2026 download here.

Study Days can now be accessed via the 'Whats On' tab.

TASS APPLICATION FORM 2026 - 2027 download here

LATEST NEWS

The next Lecture, in the Gatehouse is

Beauty in Truth -

the past, present and future of Botanical Illustration.

This lecture looks at the history of botanical illustration from the early herbals, 1500 years ago to the present day, taking in the lives of the artists and the plants in the artworks.

Lecturer: Timothy Walker

Tuesday 20th. October 2026

AGM followed by...

Lecture: "Pantomime - When the Fairy’s over Fifty."

Lecturer: Tyler Butterworth

Tuesday 17 November 2026

A revealing look at professional pantomime from someone who was born into it. The bouquets and the brickbats, the famous names, the greatest Dames and the old routines.

Date for your diary - Tuesday November 3rd 2026

Luncheon at the Moat House (by ticket)

Lecture - "Bottoms Up" - The story of Alcohol in Art -

Ian Swankie

The cost for the day is £52 and includes:
coffee & tea on arrival, the Lecture, a glass of Bucks Fizz and Lunch with a glass of wine.

Coffee time 10:45am, Lecture at 11:30am

Click here for full details and booking information

Book tickets directly with tickettailor by clicking below

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/staffordartssociety/2320814

Let Joan Holmes know who you would like to sit with

(tables of 8)

jholmes123@btinternet.com