A collection of miniature paintings from the Portland Collection

About

The Harley Foundation is a charity which was set up in 1978 by Ivy, Duchess of Portland. She wanted to ‘encourage creativity in all of us’. True to this vision we have developed a range of spaces where the imagination can flourish, and where we can all enjoy being creative.

OUR STORY

Go behind the scenes at the Harley Foundation and find out more about what we do, our history, and our team.

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LEARNING

Love learning about art at the Harley Foundation.

There are events for all ages, with workshops and talks, school trips and at-home activities among our jam-packed programme.

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A child in a blue school jumper taking a photo of an art exhibit

Studios + Artists

The Harley Foundation supports and impressive community of artists, tucked away in our idyllic studios on the historic country estate. Find out more about our studios and artists.

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Potter Kyra Cane holding one of her large scale pots

Community

Inspiring creativity in the community. Find out about our projects working with local schools and community groups.

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A child in a red jumper making a drawing