Welcome
To the world’s largest, most comprehensive collection of artworks by William and Evelyn De Morgan.
This Victorian husband and wife artistic duo defied the expectations of the age through their uniquely equal marriage and beautiful artworks.
The collection is cared for by the De Morgan Foundation, established in 1965 by Wilhelmina Stirling.
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All purchases support the De Morgan Foundation to care for its unique collection of Victorian art.
Winifred Bulwer by Evelyn De Morgan
Evelyn De Morgan only made 7 portraits. In 2023, the De Morgan Foundation was able to acquire this picture for the collection.
In its original frame, it is a beautiful artwork which was treasured by the family.
You can now see it on display at the De Morgan Museum at Cannon Hall.
If you can help, please donate to help us maintain and display this picture.
The De Morgan Museum
Located on the top floor of Cannon Hall in Barnsley, the De Morgan Museum presents the best of William and Evelyn De Morgans’ artworks in colourful galleries.
Address
Cannon Hall, Bark House Lane, Cawthorne, Barnsley, S75 4AT
Opening Times
Tuesday to Sunday 11am – 4pm.
Open everyday 11am – 4pm during School holidays.
Meet the Artists
Ceramic Spotlight
Bear and Hare Plate by William De Morgan (c.1880)
A Longer Read
A Christmas Mystery
When the De Morgan Collection was 'accessioned' (formally entered [...]
Light from the Darkness
By Sarah Hardy, Director of the De Morgan Museum Evelyn [...]
William De Morgan’s Musical Masterpiece
Each year, De Morgan Patrons enjoy a day out organised [...]
Exhibitions
The collection is available to visit in exhibitions at museums and galleries across the globe. Each has been carefully curated to highlight a particular artwork, or to delve deeper into the themes and social issues important to the artists which shaped their artworks and lives.
Decoration or Devotion?
Now Open
Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village, Surrey, GU3 1DQ
Discover why the De Morgans both imbued their artworks with symbols and cultural signifyers.
Look Beneath the Lustre
Now Open
Wightwick Manor, Wolverhampton, WV6 8EE
Visitors will delight in discovering how the De Morgans made their beautiful artworks.
EVENTS
Join us from the comfort of your own home for our popular online lecture series or find something near you to attend in person.
DOWNLOAD LECTURES ON DEMAND
Enjoy a recording of a De Morgan Lecture on Demand when it suits you! Simply purchase this lecture and receive a link to download the recording at checkout.
