Barnabas Arts House is an art gallery, artist studios, a venue for events and above all, a centre for creativity in Newport, south Wales. Its previous incarnations include church, soup kitchen, dance hall and printers, but at the dawn of a new millenium Barnabas has become a creative centre at the hub of Newport's artistic community. Lovingly restored without compromising its heritage, integrity, character or charm this century old building has become a new and exciting creative space. It is Newport's only independent Arts House

Available to Rent/Hire


Barnabas is suitable for almost any event or occasion no matter what size.
The three main rooms can be hired individually or collectively for exhibitions of any size, from a single wall or display, or indeed the entire building for the larger collection.
Events from parties to weddings, dances, or live performances are catered for - The Hall boasts a traditional stage and adjoining kitchen with serving hatch. Ideal for meetings, rehearsals, clubs and societies, amateur dramatics, dance, yoga and many other things. Barnabas is a truly versatile space

Whats On

The Human Condition: An Exhibition of Portraits Extended until 24 June
Due to popular demand, Barnabas Arts House have extended their mixed portraiture show, 'The Human Condition' until 24 June. Catch it while you can! ... read more

posted on 15-May-2012

Tin Shed Theatre Co. Present... Dr. Frankenstein's Travelling Freak Show Tuesday 15 May 7:45pm
Limited tickets available priced at £5.00. Available from Barnabas Arts House & Gwent Picture Framing, plus you can pay by card over the phone. ... read more

posted on 01-May-2012

Barnabas Book Club Saturday 26 May 11:00am - 12:30pm
Copies of the book for May's meeting, 'Room' by Emma Donoghue are available for free from Barnabas Arts House in conjunction with World Book Night 2012. ... read more

posted on 01-May-2012

STUDIO AVAILABLE FOR RENT Available now!
If you are thinking about renting a studio space and want to be part of Newport's established art community, we currently have a large studio vacant. ... read more

posted on 27-Apr-2012

Barnabas Arts House is a World Book Night Giver! Saturday 28 April 2012 11:00am - 12:30pm
Come along to Barnabas Artshouse on Book Club Day and get a free copy of 'Room' by Emma Donoghue to celebrate the arts, culture and literacy. ... read more

posted on 27-Apr-2012

Dr. Frankenstein's Travelling Freak Show 15 May 2012 - 7:45pm
Tin Shed Theatre Co. present Dr Frankenstein's Travelling Freak Show! WHAT DOES ONE SEE, WHEN HE LOOKS INTO THE EYES OF A MONSTER? ... read more

posted on 17-Apr-2012

EXCITING NEWS
HOT OFF THE PRESS - New plans revealed for the future... ... read more

posted on 17-Apr-2012

CURRENTLY SHOWING - The Human Condition Until 15 May 2012
Don’t miss this opportunity of a chance to view and/or acquire works from some of Wales’ leading artists. ... read more

posted on 17-Apr-2012

Barnabas Book Club Saturday 28 April 2012 11:00am - 12:30pm
Barnabas Arts House hosts a Book Club on the last Saturday of each month. The book title for April is 'The Chimney Sweeper's Boy' by Barbara Vine. ... read more

posted on 04-Apr-2012

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