Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) is an award-winning public art gallery in Honiton, hosting an acclaimed programme of contemporary art and craft exhibitions alongside a permanent collection of work by the gallery’s namesake artist. Free to enter, it is one of East Devon’s most inspiring cultural destinations, welcoming visitors, families, schools and community groups throughout the year.
The gallery offers workshops, artist talks, family art activities and a learning room with children’s art and craft materials. An on-site shop features work by contemporary makers, and an online shop is also available. THG is supported by Arts Council England, the Art Fund, East Devon District Council and other partners.
Upcoming Exhibitions
All This Useless Beauty: Mellony Taper | 16th May – 27th June 2026
A solo exhibition of work by Mellony Taper, winner of the THG Open 2025. The works explore female stories, inviting visitors to consider how inherited experience and repeating generational patterns have shaped the lives of women through time. A thought-provoking and visually powerful exhibition that marks a significant moment in Taper’s practice.
Double Elephant: 30 Years Shaping Print | 11th July – 29th August 2026
An exhibition celebrating 30 years of the Double Elephant Print Workshop, one of the UK’s most respected printmaking studios. The show features stunning contemporary works by Double Elephant members, showcasing screenprint, relief and intaglio printmaking processes. A coordinating programme of events and workshops will accompany the exhibition.
Yasmin David: The Nature of Light | 12th September – 31st October 2026
A solo exhibition devoted to the work of post-war British landscape painter Yasmin David (1939–2009). Although Yasmin exhibited briefly at the Mall Galleries early in her career, she later moved to Devon, where she developed a quietly luminous body of work that has remained largely undiscovered. This exhibition offers a rare and timely opportunity to encounter her paintings.
Devon Open Studios Exhibition | 12th September – 24th October 2026
An exhibition in the Upper Gallery showcasing the work of artists participating in Devon Open Studios 2026, in collaboration with the Beehive in Honiton. A celebration of the breadth and vitality of contemporary art-making across the county, and a perfect complement to the wider Devon Open Studios programme.
Present Makers 2026 | 7th November – 24th December 2026
A leading exhibition in the UK’s craft calendar, Present Makers 2026 features hand-crafted gift ideas showcasing the talent and innovation of contemporary craftspeople and designer makers from across the South West. An ideal destination for anyone looking for a truly original and beautifully made gift. South West designer makers interested in participating should contact the gallery.