The project sees the renovation of the historic house to interpret, entertain and inspire visitors around the artist, his family and social context.
A new, landmark three-storey structure has replaced an empty local authority building located on a brown-field site adjacent to the listed house.
It now provides spaces for exhibitions, displays and learning with four new galleries – a showcase Gainsborough Gallery, a landscape studio with panoramic views over Sudbury, a community gallery and a temporary exhibition gallery/performance space.
As well as showcasing Gainsborough’s work the new gallery spaces will illustrate the widespread influence of his work on other artists.
A new orangery-style cafe overlooking the beautiful eighteenth-century garden enhances the visitor experience.