Explore
Explore the newly refurbished building and its collections from Thomas Sidney Cooper's paintings in the Garden Room to Laura Thomas's stunning Museumaker Window in The Kitchen.
Highlights
Discover highlights from the Beaney's collections including Thomas Sidney Cooper's View of Canterbury from Tonford and our very own mummified cat.
Explore the Beaney
Discover the rooms and galleries within the newly refurbished Beaney Art Museum and Library.
Collections
Explore the permanent collections on display at the Beaney from ancient Egyptian artefacts to paintings by local artists such as Thomas Sidney Cooper.
Did you know?
The original Beaney Institute cost £16,000 to build in 1899. Click below to discover more interesting facts about the Beaney.
Upcoming Special Exhibitions
Canterbury Children's Festival - Tuesday 28 May to Friday 31 May
Home - Saturday 22 June to Sunday 28 September
Upcoming May Events
John Ward - Saturday 13 April to Sunday 2 June
Jumping Beaneys: Fantastic Fossils - Friday 17 May, 10.30am to 11.30am
The Canterbury Jewellers Festival - Saturday 18 May to Monday 27 May
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