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

9th April 2025
ARE YOU SITTING COMFORTABLY?
The history of the chair from ancient to modern times

Janusz Karczewski-Slowikowski

Discover the development of the chair in terms of its construction and style from ancient times through to the 19th century also, its use as a symbol of power and authority in courtly ritual.

OTHER LECTURES COMING UP

May 7th 2025
CARRIED ON GALLEONS, BORNE BY THE WINDS:
Porcelain, tea and the luxury arts of Cathay
Anne Haworth

June 11th 2025
FAKES AND FORTUNES
(or have I discovered a Constable in my attic?
Sarah Cove

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