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 December 2025
ROCK ART AROUND THE WORLD

Dr Jamie Hampson

Jamie has conducted extensive research on archaeological and anthropological fieldwork in Africa, Australia, North America and India in collaboration with tribal elders.  Jamie has documented hundreds of rock art sites.

OTHER LECTURES COMING UP

14th January 2026

Tirzah Garwood: Beyond Ravilious - James Russell

A moving and beautifully illustrated lecture exploring the life and work of Tirzah Garwood (1908-51)

Please click here for our full 2026 programme.