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| This section gives you information on events
happening within ASVA, our members and the tourism industry. If you are
aware of an impending event, which is not listed, why not email us the details
on info@asva.co.uk. |
| Jane & Louise Wilson - 21 January 2012 to 25 March 2012 |
| Dundee Contemporary Arts is proud to present the work of internationally acclaimed artists Jane and Louise Wilson in January 2012. The exhibition will showcase a selection of recent photography and film works including Atomgrad (Nature Abhors a Vacuum), 2010 and the UK premiere of Face Scripting - What Did the Building see?, 2011. Jane and Louise Wilson were born in Newcastle and studied respectively at Newcastle Polytechnic and Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, Dundee. They began working together in 1989 and the following year undertook an MA in Fine Art at Goldsmiths College, London. Since then they have exhibited at major galleries internationally and were nominated for the Turner Prize in 1999. The exhibition at DCA will bring together two bodies of recent work. Free Admission. |
| Location: Dundee Contemporary Arts (DCA), 152 Nethergate, Dundee DD1 4DY Telephone: 01382 909900 Web: http://www.dca.org.uk/ |
| Fine & Applied Art Display: Celebrated - 25 January 2012 to 12 August 2012 |
| In 2008, the fine and applied art collections of Dundee Art Galleries & Museums were designated as being of national importance. This display showcases these collections with a selection of key works, including Stanley Spencer's 'Ferry Hotel Lawn, Cookham' and Fantin-Latour's 'Roses', that have recently returned to the City from loan to prestigious exhibitions across the country, and Laura Knight's newly conserved 'Last Act'. Admission Free. Mon to Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 12.30-4.30pm. Last entry is 15 minutes before gallery closing time |
| Location: The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum Albert Square, Dundee Telephone: 01382 307200 Web: www.leisureandculturedundee.com |
| Exhibition - A Painted World: Selected Works 1975 - 2011 by Alan Robb - 27 January 2012 to 18 March 2012 |
| Mon to Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 12.30-4.30pm. Last entry is 15 minutes before gallery closing time. This exhibition features the paintings of Alan Robb who was, for twenty years, Head of the School of Fine Art at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, University of Dundee. Professor Robb was able to appoint an exciting group of like-minded artists who together created a highly successful culture of teaching and original research. This exhibition will include a curation of works from his collection, which acknowledge the interplay of ideas and influence that occur in a dynamic teaching environment. Alan Robb’s work is clearly figurative and has slowly evolved through a number of major shifts in means and content but always driven by ideas. His most recent body of work, in stark contrast to the “classical” paintings of the 90’s, is strongly linked to Brazil and his research into the imaginative world of Afro-Brazilian Folklore and Cosmology. www.alanrobb.net Admission free. www.leisureandculturedundee.com |
| Location: The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum Albert Square, Dundee Telephone: 01382 307200 Web: www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk |
| Science on a Plate - Exhibition - 02 February 2012 to 15 April 2012 |
| Do you know where the food on your plate comes from? Or who was involved in producing it? Could you grow your own? Find out more about Scotland's food science and RBGE's Edible Gardening Project at this informative exhibition. |
| Location: Royal Botanic Gardens, Edinburgh Telephone: 0131 248 2909 Web: www.rbge.org.uk |
| The Nature of Metal by Jackie Roberts. - 04 February 2012 to 29 April 2012 |
| Time:10.00 am Location:Dawyck Botanic Garden Venue:The Studio at the Dawyck Visitor Centre Price:Free admission to The Studio. Booking:No booking required An exhibition of art in metal by Malta based artist Jackie Roberts reflecting elements of the character and diversity of the Botanic Garden at Dawyck alongside the artists influences and inspiration from the Mediterranean, Scotland, Africa and New Zealand. On Sunday 5th February Jackie will hold a "Meet the Artist" event between 11am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 3pm. Everyone is welcome to come along & meet Jackie & ask any questions about her work, techniques, materials & inspiration. |
| Location: Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo, Near Peebles, Scottish Borders EH45 9JU Web: www.rbge.org.uk |
| Willow Harvest - Today until Today |
| 10:30-14:30 Free Booking essential on 0300 123 6789 This naturally eco-friendly and versatile material has been used for centuries to make utensils and in herbal remedies. Help us harvest this year’s crop. |
| Location: National Museum of Rural Life, Wester Kittochside, East Kilbride G76 9HR Telephone: 0300 123 6879 Web: www.nms.ac.uk |
| Exhibition Talk: 'A Painted World' by Alan Robb - 09 February 2012 to 09 February 2012 |
| 1-1.30pm Join artist Alan Robb for a fascinating personal tour of his exhibition - 'A Painted World' - when he will discuss his interests, inspirations and the development of his artistic career. Admission free, but booking essential on (01382) 307200. |
| Location: The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum Albert Square, Dundee Telephone: 01382 307200 Web: www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk |
| Atholl Estates Seasonal Recruitment - 10 February 2012 to 11 February 2012 |
| Come and join us at our open days on 10 & 11 Feb between 10am and 3pm. Meet our team and see if you have what we are looking for. Then experience Blair Castle and Garden Tours, Historic and Woodland Lodges, Caravan Park and a Land Rover or Tractor Tour. To attend the open day you must be 16 or over and register by email to office@blair-castle.co.uk stating which day you are attending. Assessment days will take place on Thursday 16 and Saturday 18 February. |
| Location: Blair Castle, Blair Atholl. PH18 5TL Telephone: 01796 481207 Email: office@blair-castle.co.uk Web: www.blair-castle.co.uk |
| Fascinating Mummies: Unwrap a Mummy - 11 February 2012 to 19 February 2012 |
| 10:30 Half-hourly throughout the day (45mins duration) £3 per child (accompanying adult free) Book now on 0300 123 6789 An Egyptian mummy has been discovered. Can you enter the ceremonial chamber, unwrap the mummy and find out how the person died? Suitable for age 7+ |
| Location: National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF Telephone: 0300 123 6879 Web: www.nms.ac.uk |
| Fascinating Mummies - 11 February 2012 to 27 May 2012 |
| Fascinating Mummies will explore the complex rituals surrounding death and the afterlife in Ancient Egypt. This unique exhibition will feature treasures from the National Museum of Antiquities in Leiden, world famous for its Egyptology collections. This fascinating exhibition invites the visitor to journey into the world of ancient Egyptian burial rituals. It will enhance the visitors understanding of the Ancient Egyptian’s belief in the afterlife and showcase the work of archaeologists and scientists who help unlock the past . |
| Location: National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF Web: www.nms.ac.uk |
| The First Tingles of Spring - 11 February 2012 to 20 February 2012 |
| Dash around the farm in search of the first signs of spring, then retreat to the warmth of the ,museum to make stunning snowdrop hats, buld a catkin tree, create some seedy creatures, and perhaps meet the first chicks of the year. |
| Location: Almond Valley Heritage Trust, Millfield, Livingston, West Lothian, Scotland, EH Telephone: 01506 414957 Web: www.almondvalley.co.uk/ |
| Photography Workshop - 11 February 2012 to 11 February 2012 |
| 9am - 3pm Learn how to create stunning images and get more from your camera at this practical workshop set within the amazing National Mining Museum. Workshop is suitable for budding novice and intermediate photographers looking to learn the basics of photography or to hone and improve on their own current skillset, with tips, tricks and feedback shared by Sean Bell, a professional photographer with over 10 yrs experience in the industry. The course is both practical and theory based with topics including composition, lighting, exposure, equipment and post production. We will also be using the various parts of the museum to put your new skills to the test. Participants should bring their own camera (DSLR or compact) and warm clothing. Introductory offer £30 per person. Class sizes are limited to please book early. |
| Location: National Mining Museum Scotland, Lady Victoria Colliery, Newtongrange EH22 4QN Telephone: 07977231320 Email: info@seanbellphotography.com |
| Set4Sport Saturday - 11 February 2012 to 11 February 2012 |
| 11:00 to 16:00 Join tennis coach Judy Murray for a fun-filled afternoon of games and activities for parents and children that help develop the skills required for playing sport. Activities last around 20 minutes and you can sign up on the day. Suitable for ages 3-10. Supported by RBS. |
| Location: National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF Telephone: 0300 123 6879 Web: www.nms.ac.uk |
| Cold War Experience - 11 February 2012 to 19 February 2012 |
| 10:00 Included in admission to the Museum 50 years after the Cuban Missile Crisis, this February half-term, the National Museum of Flight will take you back in time to experience what life was like in the middle of the Cold War. |
| Location: National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian EH39 5LF Telephone: 0300 123 6879 Web: www.nms.ac.uk |
| St Valentine's Double Date - 14 February 2012 to 14 February 2012 |
| 10am-3.30pm Feeling romantic about wildlife? Then come along with your family and loved ones to find out about our conservation programmes for 2012, and celebrate St Valentine's Day at the Wildlife Centre. Enjoy a romantic walk - you could even propose to the one you love to make the day very unique. Special discounts are available on the day, with 2 for 1 adult entry. |
| Location: Camperdown Wildlife Centre, Camperdown Park, Coupar Angus Road, Dundee Telephone: 01382 431811 Web: www.leisureandculturedundee.com |
| McManus Collections Unit - Guided Tour - 15 February 2012 to 15 February 2012 |
| 11am-12 noon A chance to see behind the scenes and get closer to the City’s fascinating Collections of Archaeology, History, Natural History and World Cultures. Free, but booking essential on (01382) 307200. |
| Location: McManus Collections Unit Barrack Street Dundee DD1 1PG Telephone: 01382 307200 Web: www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk |
| Psychic Sally: On The Road - 20 February 2012 to 20 February 2012 |
| Due to popular demand, Sally will be bringing her incredible gift back to Dundee when she plays Caird Hall on Monday 20th February 2012! Thousands of people have witnessed Sally’s live show; leaving audiences both astounded and enlightened, On some of the major ticketing websites she has even outsold popular artists such as JLS, Paul McCartney and Rihanna. Sally was very young when she had her first psychic experience. The extraordinary gift Sally discovered has, over the years, enabled her to read people’s past, present and glimpse into their future using her incredible ability to communicate with the spiritual world. Sally’s genuine, warm-hearted and fun-loving personality on and off the stage has attracted new audiences to both the practice of medium-ship and the spirit world. As a highly respected medium, Sally has become a close and trusted friend of top show-business celebrities and Royalty alike, famously, reading for the likes of George Michael, Uma Therman, Katie Price and most notably the late Princess Diana. To book tickets for Sally’s show at Caird Hall on Monday 20th February. Phone 01382 434940 or visit www.sallymorgan.tv for more information. |
| Location: Caird Hall, Dundee Telephone: 01382 434940 Web: www.cairdhall.co.uk/ |
| Spotlight On: Ancient Egypt in sixty minutes - 23 February 2012 to 23 February 2012 |
| For adults: 14:00 to 15:00 Tickets free but limited - call 0300 123 6789 to reserve your place. Fast-track through the highs and lows of 5,000 years of Egyptian history with Dr Angela McDonald, University of Glasgow. |
| Location: National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF Telephone: 0300 123 6879 Web: www.nms.ac.uk |
| RBS Museum Lates: Night of the Mummy - 24 February 2012 to 24 February 2012 |
| 19:00 to 23:00 £18/£16 concessions (includes entry to Fascinating Mummies exhibition). £10/£8 concessions/members for Museum Late event only (Members showing their membership card can gain entry to Fascinating Mummies for free) Call 0300 123 6789 or book online at www.nms.ac.uk/lates We tested the water with our first Museum Late and it’s clear you want more. This time we’ve taken the lead from our Fascinating Mummies exhibition to bring a flavour of Ancient Egypt to our second Museum Late. We’ve beefed up the programme with bigger-named acts and lots more to do on the night. Suitable for: Age 18+ only |
| Location: National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF Telephone: 0300 123 6879 Web: www.nms.ac.uk |
| Galloway Antiques Fair - 24 February 2012 to 26 February 2012 |
| The ever-popular Galloway Antiques Fair will be making a welcome return to Scone Palace from 24th – 26th February 2012. Nationally known antiques and fine art dealers will be displaying items for sale including furniture, porcelain, glass, silver, jewellery, mirrors, sculpture, oriental rugs and carpets and much more from early Georgian through to the 1930s. Come along and search for a bargain! 10.30hrs-17.00hrs Adult: £5.00, Children (under 16) free. Contact Susan Galloway for further details. Telephone 01423 522122 For more information please visit www.gallowayfairs.co.uk |
| Location: Scone Palace, Perth Telephone: 01423 522122 Web: www.gallowayfairs.co.uk |
| National Costumes from across the World - 25 February 2012 to 25 February 2012 |
| Our drop-in sessions run between 10.30 am -12.30 pm and 1.30 pm – 3.30 pm Looking at the dolls in the gallery we will make a wardrobe of costumes for a special paper doll. |
| Location: Museum of Childhood, High Street, (Royal Mile), Edinburgh Telephone: 01315293963 Email: margaret.findlay@edinburgh.gov.uk Web: www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk |