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

10th September 2025
SECRET LIFE OF THINGS ...

Dr Emma Watts

Objects are lent to us - many existed before we held them and will be passed on to the custody of future generations.  The story of a variety of objects allows understanding about how our world shapes, and is shaped by the world of material objects.

OTHER LECTURES COMING UP

October 8th 2025
FROZEN BREATH OF THE POLAR NIGHT
and introduction to Art Nouveau glass
Dr Justine Hopkins

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