Smartify Audio Tours

Our new audio tours highlight some of the most unique objects from our global collection. We recognise art as alive and have created two immersive audio experiences to help bring it to life for you.

Sediment Spirit: The Activation of Art in the Anthropocene

Curated by John Kenneth Paranada, the first Curator of Art and Climate Change at a UK museum, this exhibition brings together local and international artworks from the 1960’s to the present day which are responding to the climate crisis in all its complexities.

15 October - 31 March 2024

The Stuff of Life | The Life of Stuff

In this major international exhibition, visitors will meet artworks composed of salvaged materials, resynthesised fragments, and e-waste. Daily guided tours are available at 11.30am. 

10 September - 14 January 2024

Coral Love

Coral reefs are essential to ocean health and the flourishing of human and nonhuman life, yet human-caused climate change has put them under threat. This display includes two video artworks that explore ways to better respond to coral at a time of ecological crisis.

10 September - 14 January 2024

Spotlight Festival: Living Area

Don't miss our new Spotlight Tours this autumn season.

6 September - 6 December 2023

Climate Cafes with Norfolk and Waveney Mind

We have partnered with the local mental health charity Norfolk and Waveney Mind to provide support around eco-anxiety and climate grief.

28 September - 30 November 2023

Young Artists’ Studio

An artist-led workshop for young people interested in developing their creative skills.

24 October - 24 October 2023

Half Term Workshops: Family Studio

An artist-led workshop for the entire family to enjoy!

21 October - 21 October 2023

Artist Talk – Claudia Martínez Garay

Artist in residence, Claudia Martínez Garay will talk about the sculptural installation she has made for the Sainsbury Centre and reflect on her wider influences.

12 October - 12 October 2023

Young Associates – Autumn 2023

Young Associates is a free creative programme for young people aged 16-25. Try out new ideas, learn new skills, share your work, meet artists and join a network of new collaborators.

3 October - 21 November 2023

Wild Perspectives: Museum Late

How can thinking beyond human perspectives help us respond differently and responsibly in the face of ecological crisis?

9 November - 9 November 2023