The Holburne Museum

Sir William Holburne's fine art collection can be traced back to the 19th Century. Since then, it has grown to include many historic pieces from renowned artists, especially locals whose work was inspired by Bath. Holburne Museum of Art, gloriously set at the top of Great Pulteney Street in the midst of the Sydney Pleasure Gardens, was originally a hotel in the late 18th Century, but transformed into a museum in 1916. Holdings include Holburne's collection of silver and porcelain, excellent examples of period furniture, a Schantz Fortepiano, and a harp dating from 1802. The many paintings include landscapes by Guardi and Turner, and portraits by Bath artist, Gainsborough. It also plays host to special events like lectures and concerts.