What's on - Exhibitions

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Explore our current and upcoming exhibitions below.

You can also view  previous exhibitions presented at Firstsite in our Exhibition Archive

Firstsite’s artistic programme is generously supported by the following people and organisations: The Coode-Adams Firstsite Trust, Trevor Fenwick, Art Fund and The Firstsite Collectors’ Group

 

Exhibitions

Free

Tim Noble & Sue Webster: Love and Hate at Firstsite

Thursday 09 November 2023 - Tuesday 30 September 2025

In this presentation, seven light sculptures by Noble & Webster illuminate areas of the Firstsite building with pops of glimmering colour.

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Exhibitions

Free

University Centre Colchester (UCC): Legacy

Saturday 08 March - Sunday 15 June 2025

In partnership with Colchester Institute, we’re proud to present the UCC: Legacy exhibition, featuring an exciting selection of multimedia works by second and third-year students from University Centre Colchester (UCC).

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Exhibitions

Free

Elsa James: It Should Not Be Forgotten

Saturday 29 March - Sunday 06 July 2025

Join Essex artist Elsa James in examining the heart of Britain’s colonial past and its lasting impact on Black life today.

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Exhibitions

Free

Acorn Village: 50 Years

Saturday 26 April - Sunday 07 September 2025

Discover the inspiring 50-year journey of Acorn Village, told through a rich collection of artworks created by artists with learning disabilities.

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Welcome area at Firstsite. 'Big Hello' (2018) Peter Liversidge. Photo by Jayne Lloyd.

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