The Ipswich Arts Association exists to promote the Arts. We endeavour to bring the activities of our member organisations to the attention of the people of Ipswich and the surrounding area. In 2027, we will set aside £2000 for member organisations to support their own activities. Organisations will be able to bid for up to […]
This event was originally scheduled for Saturday 28th November 2026. It will now take place on Sunday 29th November at 2.30pm. The venue Ipswich Corn Exchange and all other details are unchanged. Full (updated) details can be found on the IAA website listing: ISO/Autumn Concertand on the ISO website: www.ipswichsymphonyorchestra.org
Monthly group sessions for Clarinet players – Grades 2-8. Organised by Chandra Grover / Love to Harmonise. 4th Thursday of every month, 7.30 – 9.00pm. Seaton Road Methodist Church, Walton, Felixstowe. Sessions are £5 with music provided. To register or find out more: Email: chandra.grover@gmail.com or tel: 07954 365430
For 36 years Ipswich Arts Association has offered groups of amateur singers and musicians the opportunity to perform for new audiences as part of Ipswich Music Day, an event organised by Ipswich Borough Council. The IAA Stages are held at four indoor venues: The Lower Tudor Room in Christchurch Mansion, St Margaret’s Church, The Ipswich […]
In June 2025, a celebratory event at St Peter’s by the Waterfront Arts and Heritage Centre brought together people who had contributed to the creation of the Charter Hangings, those who had sponsored and supported the work, and others involved in their promotion. Mike Motteram, the newly elected chair of Ipswich Arts Association, explained how […]
The Mayor, Councillor Stefan Long, has taken the opportunity to visit the Charter Hangings during their celebratory year. He was welcomed by Isabel Clover and Mike Motteram, Chair of the Ipswich Arts Association. Isabel, lecturer at (then) Suffolk College and known nationally for her ecclesiastical designs and embroidery, was commissioned to create the embroidered hanging […]
Martlesham Brass ‘Making Music Fun in East Anglia’ Martlesham Brass will return to rehearsals at the beginning of September, when we will welcome some new players into our beginners band. We will be rehearsing for the 29th Birthday Concert on Saturday 11th October at 7pm in St Michael’s Church Centre, Martlesham Heath. Tickets are £5.00 […]
EADT – 29th September 2026 Pirates, smugglers’ tales and witches bring a darker thrill of excitement to the cultural scene this month. Music Ipswich Arts Association’s lunchtime series of concerts welcomes Shingle Street Folk Band on 8th October 1pm at the Methodist Church, Museum Street, Ipswich. ‘Cut Sessions’ at the Cut Arts Centre, Halesworth present […]
IAA Subscription Rates Current subscription rates are as follows;Large Groups – 80 members or more: £50 per year.Small Groups – 79 members or less: £25 per year.Solo Artists / Performers: £10 per year. For membership enquiries please visit our How to join page.
Ipswich Arts Association are seeking stewards for their volunteer rota at St Peter’s by the Waterfront. Volunteers welcome people to St Peter’s and highlight the information available for the various displays including the wonderful Ipswich Charter Hangings. Sessions are Tuesdays – mornings 10am-1pm and/or afternoons 1pm – 4pm.  Just one or two sessions during the season helps and […]
