Effect of Art on Happiness explored at new D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum exhibition

Paintings, sketches and words created through various community art workshops across Broxtowe and Nottinghamshire make up the displays, covering themes such as aging, disability, and difference. 

Using non-invasive markers of stress and emotions, the exhibition explores the benefits of life-art drawing on not only the artist and model, but also the viewer.

The exhibition will be free to view at the D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum, 8a Victoria Street, Eastwood, NG16 3AW from Thursday 5 March to Saturday 18 April during Museum opening hours, 10:00am – 4:00pm, Thursday – Saturday.

Janet Shipton, the exhibitions curator, said, “This exhibition celebrates my strong held belief that art for everyone and its beneficial effects are boundless. I hope it inspires more people to give it a go”.

Museum and Collections Officer, Carolyn Melbourne, said, “I’m a big believer in the therapeutic benefits of creativity, and to have an exhibition that demonstrates evidence of this is very special. Janet does such great work for the community; I’m delighted that the museum can showcase this important project”.

This project is a Broxtowe Community Arts Initiative, supported by the University of Nottingham and Parkinson’s UK Mansfield Support Group.

The D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum is where the literary legend was born on 11 September 1885. Only 30 minutes from Nottingham city centre, the museum is a must see for fans of literature, and for those wanting to delve deeper into Nottingham’s literary heritage.

Step back in time to experience the traditional Victorian wash house, see the parlour; a room only for special guests, and have a wander around the parental and other bedrooms. The museum’s permanent exhibition features items from Lawrence’s family and even paintings created by the author himself.

Find out more about what’s on and plan your visit on the D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum webpage.