Erin Hughes
04 July - 26 September 2026This ambitious project showcases her signature faux-marble collage technique through large-scale 2D works and a striking immersive floor installation that spans the gallery.
Exhibitions & Events
Toria Cameron
04 July - 19 September 2026Toria Cameron is a visual artist whose practice bridges contemporary textile craft and fine art. Inspired by the Welsh landscape, she explores ideas of place, belonging and cynefin—the deep connection between people and their environment.
Bangor Garth Pier
14 August 2026With Bangor's Garth Pier celebrating 130 years since its opening, it's a pleasure to welcome Chris Conway, Friends of Bangor Garth Pier to discuss the landmark's construction, history and upkeep over the years.
Family Activities
21 July - 29 August 2026Drop-in activities for the whole family throughout the summer holidays!
Sheepfolds of the carneddau
10 September 2026There are over 3,000 sheepfolds across north west Wales, but only around 100 of these are the very large, communal, folds that farmers have used to sort the flocks of sheep that graze on the mountains over the summer. This talk looks at how these large folds work, when, why and where they were built and how they fit into the history and culture of welsh hill farming - and also how they are linked to an island off Croatia. Many of them are now falling into disrepair but we will finish the talk by seeing how some are still used today, continuing the pattern and rhythm of gathering sheep from the hills that goes back over 300 years
In the Cabinet: Ella Louise Jones
15 June - 17 August 2026The object from the collection that inspired this work is the Bellarmine Jug, discovered near the west tower of Bangor Cathedral in 1874. During the 17th century, these jugs were believed to protect against spirits and witchcraft. They were often filled with substances such as urine, nails, and other personal objects before being buried underground as part of a ritual intended to ward off harm. At the time, the jug was understood as a symbolic stand-in for the human body, with its interior imagined as a stomach. In response, Ella has created a series of felted, embroidered, and latch-hooked textile works, alongside forms cast in latex. These pieces are inspired by the shape and texture of the stomach and other internal organs. She has also drawn inspiration from the natural growth that may have surrounded the jug while it remained buried underground, combining bodily and organic forms to explore themes of concealment, transformation, and decay.
Facilities
Storiel Shop
This is THE place to purchase contemporary handmade gifts in Bangor. We stock a mix of unique hand-made crafts including ceramics, jewellery, greeting cards and prints by up and coming designer makes.
