Inside five artists’ homes
Discover five artists’ houses that celebrate creativity
Whether it’s the desert canyons of New Mexico or the windswept clifftops of Guernsey, artists have long drawn inspiration from their surroundings.
Discover five artists’ houses, including Victor Hugo’s Hauteville House in Guernsey where he spent his mornings writing and drawing with views of the sea.
Find out more and visit our exhibition Astonishing Things: The Drawings of Victor Hugo until 29 June. No need to book ahead – show your membership card at the gallery entrance for free entry.
Plan your visit
See Victor Hugo’s ‘astonishing’ drawings
★★★★★
“What an artist. What a soul” – The Guardian
Described by Van Gogh as “astonishing things”, discover the gothic ink drawings of one of France’s most famous writers.
Open until 29 June
From the RA Shop
Illustrative homeware
Add an artistic touch to your home and host in style. Our colourful collection features new artful ceramics, tea towels and candles.
Artist collaborations
From Barbara Rae to Grayson Perry, shop our eclectic selection, developed in collaboration with Royal Academicians.
Dive into events
Annual Architecture Lecture: Xu Tiantian
Join Xu Tiantian, founder of DnA_Design and Architecture to discover small interventions with big impact in the Chinese countryside.
In person & online event
Thursday 15 May, 6.30–8pm
Revolutionaries and Romantics: art and literature in France
Join us for a weekend exploring nineteenth-century French art and literature.
In person weekend course
17 & 18 May, 10am–5pm
Your chance to win
Enter now to win a trip to Guernsey
Win a 2-night trip to the beautiful Islands of Guernsey, including flights, and tickets to Hauteville House, home to famous French writer Victor Hugo. Discover the charm of 19th-century Paris brought to life in Guernsey – an island of rich history, indulgent gastronomy, and stunning scenery.
Entries close Friday 9 May 2025
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