The Arts Society Bury St Edmunds is for people who have an interest in and enjoy the decorative visual and performing arts. It is a member society of The Arts Society, which is the operating name of The National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies - NADFAS. Our objective, through lectures, visits, study days and tours, is to broaden our knowledge and enjoyment of the arts in general.

The core of our activity is a programme of monthly, illustrated lectures given by experts who are chosen for their knowledge, presentational skills and entertainment value. The topics are varied and may include architecture, artists and designers, china, glass, painting, music, furniture, sculpture, jewellery and more, from prehistory to modern times.

We also arrange day visits which may include country houses, exhibitions, gardens and other places of interest. Study days are occasionally organised, which allow subjects of particular interest to be covered in greater depth.

This website shows the extent of our activities so, please take the time for a tour. Perhaps we'll see you at one of our meetings – you will be warmly welcomed.

The photograph on the initial page shows Elizabeth Frink‘s statue of King Edmund, which stands in the precincts of St Edmundsbury Cathedral.  In the background, ruins of the Abbey West Front into which dwellings were built.