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

12th June 2024
WHY CAN’T WE READ THEM - Caroline Bendix

The National Trust’s collection of some 600,000 books in 170 locations is cared for by property staff, volunteers, and freelance conservators, working together to maintain the libraries in good working condition. Managing the environment, tracking down pests, creating discreet conservation techniques, and stabilising the collections for use are the main elements. Conservation evolves as the books’ use evolves, e.g. the catalogue is now available online and more researchers require access. The increased wish to use the books for visitor engagement projects provides further challenges.

2024 PROGRAMME.  Please click here for our full 2024 programme.

DISCOVERY DAY 2024 - Thursday 24th October from 9.30 am – 3.45 pm
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