Red House Open 2025

Featuring over 80 submissions from professional and amateur artists, this mixed-media showcase offers a dynamic range of styles, from contemporary abstracts to traditional landscapes, delicate ceramics to vibrant fabric art.

Most artworks are available to purchase, making it the perfect destination for art lovers and Christmas shoppers looking for unique and locally made pieces.

Have your say! Visitors are invited to vote in the People’s Choice Award, with the winning artist receiving a guaranteed place for two artworks in the next exhibition.

Support your local art scene and champion emerging talent all in one inspiring visit.


This exhibition contains a small number of artworks that explore mature themes and may not be suitable for younger visitors. Parental guidance is advised.

Images: Left to right: Linda Penny 'Structure 5', Rahimat Onize Shaibu 'Sunflower Girl', Jane Gaut 'Primeval Man' and Gary Chapman 'Fall'

You may also like the following events from Red House Museum and Gardens:

• Next Saturday, 6th December, 03:00 pm, Choir in the Courtyard - St Peters Community Choir in Christchurch
• Next month, 9th December, 10:30 am, Dementia-Friendly Tuesday Strolls in Christchurch
• Next month, 10th December, 02:00 pm, Friends of the Red House Museum Talks: Autumn & Winter 2025 in Christchurch

Also check out other Arts events in Christchurch, Exhibitions in Christchurch.