Originally founded in 1968 as NADFAS, The Arts Society is an organisation based on a love of the Arts in all its forms and incarnations. Its main objective is the promotion and advancement of art in all its forms and the aesthetic education of the public, cultivation, appreciation of the decorative and fine arts and the giving of aid to the preservation of our national artistic heritage for the benefit of the general public. Apart from this, it also gives its members a great deal of pleasure and enjoyment.

Founded in 2012 The Arts Society Dartmoor meets ten times per annum for lectures on a wide range of topics. These lectures are given by experienced and highly qualified lecturers who are experts in their chosen field. A full description is in the 'Programme' section. 

OUR NEXT LECTURE WILL BE AT THE CHARTER HALL OKEHAMPTON

8th October 2025
FROZEN BREATH OF THE POLAR NIGHT

Dr Justine Hopkins

Glass is a marvellous material. This lecture explores the achievement of the masters of Art Nouveau glass, Émile Gallé, Louis Comfort Tiffany and René Lalique, and their outstanding contribution to one of the most important movements of the last century.

OTHER LECTURES COMING UP

November 12th 2025

GREAT RAILWAY STATIONS: Evoking the spirit of romance and adventure
Ian Swankie

2025 PROGRAMME.  Please click here for our full 2025 programme.