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The Open: Odyssey

Hastings Contemporary, Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3DW
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Colourful abstract artwork of a large single eye rising from swirling water in The Open: Odyssey exhibition.

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The Open: Odyssey celebrates the creative force of Sussex, bringing together artwork by over 150 artists from across the region. Each work offers a unique and personal reflection on the theme of Odyssey, journeying through time, place, imagination and experience.

The exhibited works were selected from over 2,600 entries, and span painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, textiles, ceramics, sculpture, film and installation, reflecting the quality, ambition and diversity of contemporary art being made in the region.

This milestone, gallery-wide exhibition at Hastings Contemporary includes artists of international renown; Jennifer Binnie, Rachel Howard, Gary Hume, Martin Maloney, Alessandro Raho, Anne Ryan, Andrew Sabin and presents an exciting snapshot of artistic excellence in Sussex in 2026. All works will be available to purchase.

Under 18s visit for free. Tickets from £5.

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Season (28 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2026)

What's Nearby

  1. A former fishermen's church by the old net shops, now a museum on local fishing with ship…

    0.04 miles away
  2. Located between High Street and The Bourne, Hastings History House is the headquarters of…

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    0.23 miles away
  3. A Theatre and Arts Centre in Hastings' Old Town. The theatre is open all year round and…

    0.25 miles away
  4. The British Tea Museum is an Educational Tourist Attraction celebrating the customs and…

    0.38 miles away
  5. The United Kingdom's steepest funicular railway is not only a structure of national…

    0.41 miles away
  6. A heritage funicular railway on Hastings' West Hill. The West Hill Lift, first opened in…

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  7. Hastings Adventure Golf is the UK home of Miniature Golf and features no less than 3,…

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  8. Take a step back in time and discover the fascinating history of Britain’s first Norman…

    0.49 miles away
  9. A fabulous nature reserve with stunning coastal scenery situated within the High Weald…

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  10. A 10 minute walk from Hastings town centre, this Grade II Listed Victorian park is one of…

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  11. A SHOCKING attraction for everyone fascinated by the dark world of CRIME!

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  12. Promenade 272 metres out to sea on rebuilt and revamped pier, which won a RIBA award for…

    1.03 miles away
  13. Home to the best live entertainment in East Sussex.

    1.07 miles away
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