Welcome to The Arts Society Mid Kent
The Arts Society Mid Kent was founded in 1979. It is a community of art lovers who share a common interest and commitment to the arts.
Jean Tustin is our Hospitality Host.
Welcome everyone!
Lectures
We offer a programme of illustrated lectures on a wide range of subjects, from fine and applied arts, including architecture, furniture, music, ceramics, paintings and many others. They are given by professional lecturers who are experts in their chosen fields and accredited by The Arts Society.
Our monthly lecture meetings:
- Held on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
- In the Sutton Valence Village Hall.
- Starting at 10:15am with coffee and social and followed by the lecture at 10:45am.
- Please endeavour to be in the hall by 10:30am, thank you.
Members guests and visitors are very welcome, although we do ask that they book in advance.
Future Visits
September: A group of 15 of us enjoyed a visit to Rochester for a guided tour of the cathedral. Look in past visits to see more information.
The Future: Plans are forming, so do please share any ideas you may have with Janet .
Volunteers
Arts Volunteers
We promote and fund activities in our local communities to foster and develop an interest in the Arts.
Education
TASMK has a five year agreement with the University of Creative Arts, Canterbury, UCA, to provide two £2,000 and one £1,000 student bursary each year, commencing 2025. In addition there is an annual £1,000 Fine Arts prize.
These awards are funded by our Elizabeth Hammond fund.
Heritage Volunteers - ?
Church Recorders
Please refer to the Chairman's latest news letter to Members addressing the recruitment of new Recorders.
The Art Society Mid Kent members automatically benefit from becoming members of The Arts Society, at the national level and receive a magazine on the arts three times a year. Plus their monthly email.
TAS Mid Kent was founded in 1979 and is a registered Charity No. 1086672