Obsessions, Possessions is our 5th festival of exhibitions, events and activities and the programme facilitates a collective exploration of the roles and functions of collecting within the sector, the community and the studio.
The programme unfolds across Coventry and Warwickshire with local, national and international artists, working in partnership with a wide range of organisations and communities.
A History of Frogs
Goblin City
Photograph: Maria Polodeanu
Bermuda Collective
Alcoholism '65, 2017
Photograph: Gavin Rogers
Can Altay
Waiting for the Rain to Fall (Sebil I)
Photograph: Tegen Kimbley
Dylan Fox
Strip Curtain, 2018
Photograph: Marcin Sz
Grace Ndiritu
Black Beauty, 2021
Photograph: Garry Jones
Hipkiss and Grainey
Dead Shrine, 2017
Photograph: Emily Jones
Liz Lake
My Pockets are full of your Treasure, 2019
Photograph: Marcin Sz
Clémence Lollia Hilaire
he silt has risen from the ocean floor and overturned everything
Photograph: Jack Nelson
Jacqueline Donachie
Weight, 2008
Photograph: Tegen Kimbley
Jeffrey Charles Henry Peacock
Exposition, 2021
Photograph: Marcin Sz
May 14th, 2026
We’re delighted to introduce and welcome Rahiela Seef, the newest member of our small team. She joins us as Executive Assistant with the generous support of Midlands Four Cities (M4C). She comments: “I am very grateful for the chance to work for such a meaningful and conscientious organisation and look forward to building my skills […]
May 11th, 2026
We were delighted to hear that Simeon Barclay has been nominated for the Turner Prize! Simeon curated Kinda Blu, an exhibition that we co-commissioned with Arts Council Collection as a part of Coventry Biennial 2025. This impactful exhibition was presented at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum and consisted of works drawn exclusively from the […]
April 13th, 2026
Coventry Biennial 2025 is over! A huge heartfelt thank you to everyone who enjoyed Coventry Biennial 2025 with us! We also extend our gratitude to the artists, curators, partners, supporters, and our small but mighty team who made this year’s Biennial possible. We are seeking valuable feedback from our community. What was your Obsessions, Possessions […]
January 23rd, 2026
It is officially the final weekend of Coventry Biennial 2025, with the final day to visit this Sunday the 25th January! Have you visited yet? If you are still planning your trip check out our guide below! At the Herbert Art Gallery explore works drawn from the Arts Council Collection and British Council Collection with […]
December 9th, 2025
As the festive season approaches, we want to make sure your visit to the Coventry Biennial is as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Please note that opening times vary across our venues during Christmas and New Year. Here’s everything you need to know before planning your trip: The Coach House at Charterhouse is closed from […]