The Cooper Gallery

Exhibition - Studio Prints: Creative Collaboration

Discover the world of Studio Prints through a new exhibition celebrating the Balakjian Collection. Gifted to the Cooper Gallery through Arts Council England’s Cultural Gifts Scheme, the newly acquired group of prints, plates, and drawings offer a glimpse into the art of printmaking.

25th Apr - 31st Oct 2026

Sadler Room, The Cooper Gallery

Exhibition - Post by Benny Watson

Discover Post, a new exhibition from artist Benny Watson exploring themes of identity, loss and renewal. Created in the year following the death of his grandmother, Mel Dyke MBE, Watson uses old postcards and materials found in Mel's home to create bold new works.

9th May - 31st Oct 2026

Copying Cooper: Hidden Gems From The Cooper Gallery

The Barnsley Museums Culture Companions have been re-creating paintings from our collections

3rd Aug 2026 - 8th Jan 2027

The Cooper Gallery

Sketchbook Circle - September 2026

Whether you're a seasoned sketcher or picking up a pencil for the very first time, this relaxed and welcoming session invites you to explore the calming, mindful benefits of drawing

3rd September 2026

The Sadler Room

Introduction to Block Printing

Discover the art of repeat pattern design in this hands-on session. Inspired by the Studio Prints exhibition, create and carve your own stamp, then use eco-friendly inks to print onto an item to take home.

12th September 2026