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WHAT’S ONIN GLASGOW MUSEUMS

September 2019 – February 2020

Photograph by Linda McCartney © Paul McCartney

GALLERY OF MODERN ARTGoMAbookings@glasgowlife.org.uk 0141 287 3050

EXHIBITION

Mark-making: Perspectives on drawingUntil Sun 20 Oct 2019 Gallery 3 | During opening hoursA group show by contemporary artists who use drawing as a major part of their practice. Artists include Erica Eyres, Lois Green, Ross Hamilton Frew, France-Lise McGurn, Jonathan Owen and Gregor Wright.

Collection Focus -Fiona Tan: Disorient Until Sun 26 Jan 2020Gallery 1 | During opening hoursAcquired for Glasgow Museums’ collection through the Art Fund International award in partnership with The Common Guild, Disorient (2009) by Fiona Tan explores perceptions of ‘the oriental’ in relation to issues such as colonialism, identity, human history, myth and war.

TASTE! OngoingGallery 2 | During opening hoursTASTE! is an exhibition of artworks from Glasgow Museums’ collection displayed alongside material from our archive, exploring how collections are built, artworks are commissioned and exhibitions are organised.

Domestic BlissOngoing Gallery 4 | During opening hours Domestic Bliss is an exhibition of works from Glasgow Museums’ collection reflecting on how artists work with fine art and craft practices responding to social and political changes.

The Space in-between Mon 3 Feb–Sun 1 Mar 2020Gallery 1 | During opening hoursA month of special events, projects, participatory workshops, and pop-up exhibitions. Among them, the GoMA Youth Group will take over the gallery for a week. Keep an eye on our social media for updates.

TALKS AND TOURS

ART TALKSSat 31 Aug, 28 Sep, 26 Oct, 30 Nov | 2pmGoMA will host an artist talk the last Saturday of every month, excluding December. These talks are free and you don’t need to book, but spaces are limited. For a full list of upcoming talks please check the website and social media.

Curators’ TalksFri 6 Sep, 4 Oct, 1 Nov, 6 Dec, 3 Jan, 2 Feb | 1–2pmPop in any first Friday of the month to find out about our exhibitions directly from our curators. See glasgowmuseums.com for a detailed schedule of the talks.

Staff PicksEvery Tuesday | 1pm Fancy spending your lunchtime break doing something different? Pop in for a 10-minute talk and find out what are our staff’s favourite artworks!

Weekend ToursEvery Sat & Sun | 1pm & 2pmThese general tours are taken by our lovely volunteer guides. This free 30–40 minute tour will talk about the history of the building and introduce our exhibitions. Please contact the venue if you are looking to book for a large group.

WORKSHOP

Open Studio at GoMA Wed 4 Sep, 2 Oct, 6 Nov, 4 Dec, 8 Jan, 5 Feb | 2–4pmA creative session to explore simple art techniques and unleash your creativity in our top floor studio. These workshops are informal and drop in, for all levels of ability. All materials are provided.

Mindful Art SessionsSun 1 & 29 Sep, 27 Oct, 24 Nov, 22 Dec, 19 Jan, 16 Feb |2–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 01412873050 or email GoMAbookings@Glasgowlife.org.ukLooking for ways to feel calmer, happier? Join us and explore your creativity in a safe, non-judgmental space while experiencing a guided meditation and reconnect with your body and sensations.

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

Object Handling Sessions – Hands onSun 15 Sep, 13 Oct, 10 Nov, 8 Dec, 2 Feb | 2–4pmExplore the history of GoMA and delve into the brightest (and darkest) moments of Glasgow’s history by getting up close to real museum objects from our collection.

make@GoMASun 22 Sep, 20 Oct, 17 Nov, 15 Dec, 12 Jan, 9 Feb | 1–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 01412873050 or email GoMAbookings@Glasgowlife.org.ukJoin our design-led workshops, make@GoMA. In these inspiring, informal sessions, we will delve into the exhibition “Domestic Bliss”, which explores topics such as feminism, labour, and value as reflected by contemporary art, design, and domestic objects.

Hal Fischer, Gay Semiotics and other worksFri 15 Nov–Sun 31 May 2020Gallery 3 | During opening hoursThis exhibition will display for the first time in Scotland the complete body of work by American artist Hal Fischer \which includes Gay Semiotic, Boy-friends and 18th Near Castro St.

Image courtesy of the artist and Project Native Informant, London © Hal Fischer

Create with the GoMA Youth GroupThu 26 Sep, 31 Oct, 28 Nov,19 Dec, 30 Jan | 5.30–7.30pm | Young adultsJoin the GoMA Youth Group on the last Thursday of every month for a creative workshop, each time in a different gallery space.

Big Draw ExtravaganzaSat 12 Oct | 10.30am–4pmCome and join us for a full day of creative activities and try out different types of drawing techniques. Complete beginners are welcome! This event is part of the 2019 Big Draw Festival.

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

GLASGOW MUSEUMS RESOURCE CENTREGMRCbookings@glasgowlife.org.uk 0141 276 9300

SPECIAL INTEREST TOURS

Every Tue | 2.30–3.30pm |Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 9300 or email GMRCbookings@glasgowlife.org.ukLooking for a more in-depth experience? On Tuesdays we offer a wide range of specialinterest tours.

1830s’ FashionsTue 3 Sep Inspired by the costumes in the BBC’s Gentleman Jack come along and discover some of the key elements of women’s dress during the 1830s.

Painting Treasures from the Hamilton BequestTue 10 Sep This tour will highlight some of the key British paintings that Glasgow Museums has acquired through the generous support of the Hamilton Bequest since the bequest was set up in 1927.

Going Green – Transport ConservationTue 17 Sep Come along and see what is involved in the conservation of the transport objects for the upcoming display for The Riverside Museum. You will get to see a couple of new star acquisitions that are undergoing treatments in preparation.

Ship Models in DetailTue 24 Sep This tour lets you get close to some of our finest ship models, allowing plenty of time to look at construction and detail.

Highlights of the Geology CollectionTue 1 Oct A fantastic opportunity to look behind the scenes at the range of spectacular minerals and fossils that are part of Glasgow Museums’ geology collection.

African Carvings Tue 8 Oct During this hour-long tour we shall take a look at some of the vast range of carved wooden objects from the African continent in our museum stores.

Art Extraordinary – The art of Mental HealthTue 15 OctThis tour will introduce the Art Extraordinary collection – a remarkable collection of diverse art made through art therapy and the work of Scotland’s pioneering practitioner, Joyce Laing.

African JewelleryTue 22 OctOn this tour you will discover some of the fascinating and beautiful jewellery and adornments from across the continent of Africa.

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

BOOK GROUP

Art Book ClubSat 14 Sep, 12 Oct, 9 Nov, 7 Dec, 18 Jan, 15 Feb | 2–4pmWe meet once a month to discuss a selected fiction book and its links with the artwork on display. To find out what’s the book of the month (and borrow it for free), ask a member of staff at the Library@GoMA

Shakara: Time to Move PerformanceThu 24 Oct | 4–10pmJoin us at GoMA for an evening of spoken word, music performance and DJ sets. The event will showcase the talented POC that Glasgow has to offer and present their take on black/minority life in Scotland. This event is part of Black History Month.

Presented by the Trustees of the Hamilton Bequest, 1929.© CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection.

Ross Crammond, Mark Thompson and Marco Pea

From Anna Atkins to Linda McCartneyTue 29 Oct To coincide with the Linda McCartney Retrospective, this tour looks at some of pioneer photographer Anna Atkins’ British cyanotypes which date from 1843–50, a technique that helped inspire Linda McCartney’s sun prints.

Glasgow and SlaveryTue 5 Nov This tour will introduce objects from the collection which illuminate Glasgow’s part in slavery between Africa, America and the Caribbean during the 1700s.

Discover our Art DonorsTue 12 Nov, 11 Feb Many of the paintings currently stored at GMRC were donated to Glasgow Museums in the late 1800s. The donors came from all

walks of life. Come along and hear some of their stories beside the paintings they gave to us. glasgowmuseumsartdonors.co.uk

Roman Coins – Power and PropagandaTue 19 NovExplore our collection of Roman coins and discover some of the events and personalities that shaped their design and key messages.

Introduction to Ship ModelsTue 26 Nov Find out more about our wonderful collection of ship models, why they were made and how they were used.

The Co-operative story in GlasgowTue 3 Dec Discover the story of local co-operatives, including the Scottish Co-operative Wholesale Society, on this tour to mark 250 years since the first recorded food co-operative was founded.

Dress in the time of Jane Austen Tue 10 Dec Come along and discover surviving examples of dress and accessories similar to those worn by Jane Austen’s heroines in the early 1800s.

Magical MineralsTue 14 Jan Minerals are the building blocks of the world around us. But what are they and how do they form? Come along to see Glasgow Museums’ spectacular crystals and mineral shapes.

European JewelleryTue 28 Jan Discover glorious Georgian gems, complex Celtic designs, and much more on this tour of a seldom–seen part of the collection.

Ship models in DetailTue 4 FebThis tour lets you get close to some of our finest ship models, allowing plenty of time to look at construction and detail.

Prisons are silent from the outside Tue 18 FebLooking at the art of the controversial Barlinnie Special Unit, this tour explores prison reform past and present.

The Progression of ProjectilesTue 25 Feb Investigate our Arms & Armour collection to see how human beings have progressed from the thrown rock to firearms.

THEMED ART TOURS

Booking essential | Telephone0141 276 9300 or emailGMRCbookings@glasgowlife.org.uk

Art TourThu 3 Oct | 2.30–3.30pm

Paintings from the Burrell Collection (Part 2)Thu 31 Oct | 2.30–3.30pm

History of English PaintingsThu 28 Nov | 2.30–3.30pm

Paintings by Old MastersThu 23 Jan | 2.30–3.30pm

Periods in Art (Part1)Thu 20 Feb | 2.30–3.30pm

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

THEMED TOURS DROP IN

Amazing AnimalsThu 12 Sep, 7 Nov, 5 Dec, 30 Jan, 27 Feb | 2.30–3.30pmNew weekend dates | Sun 29 Sep, 27 Oct, 24 Nov, 19 Jan, 16 Feb | 11.30am–12.30pmDiscover some of the highlights of the natural history collection.

Around the World in 10 objectsThu 19 Sep, 14 Nov, 12 Dec, 9 Jan, 6 Feb, 5 Mar | 2.30–3.30pmDiscover objects from the collection from around the world.

Technology and Shipbuilding26 Sep, 24 Oct, 21 Nov, 19 Dec, 16 Jan, 13 Feb, 12 Mar | 2.30–3.30pmDiscover some of the highlights of our technology and shipbuilding collections.

TOURS

Dementia Friendly Tours Book in advance | Telephone 0141 9300 or email GMRCbookings@glasgowlife.org.ukGMRC offers a stimulating environment and enables people to share in an object-looking experience facilitated by our staff. If you are interested in one of our dementia friendly and accessible tours or you would like to bring a group along please contact us so

TOURS AND WORKSHOPS

Free Community Group Tours and Workshops Flexible | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 9300 or email GMRCbookings@glasgowlife.org.ukBring your community group, youth group or elderly group to GMRC to discover behind the scenes. Take a free guided tour exploring the museum stores, then a follow up practical workshop object handling session tailored to the needs and interests of your group. Sessions last up to 2 hours.

Lazy Sundays1.30–3.30pm Sun 13 Oct | Arms & ArmourSun 10 Nov | FossilsSun 8 Dec | EgyptSun 19 Jan | JewellerySun 23 Feb | RomansAre you looking for ways to feel more relaxed? Take time away from the pressures of everyday life in a unique and peaceful environment. You will have the opportunity to explore, handle and learn about a range of objects in our museum stores. These informal monthly sessions are free and each time we will explore a different area of the collection. All are very welcome and tea and coffeewill be provided.

WORKSHOPS

Doors Open WeekendSat 14 Sep | 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm Sun 15 Sep | 11.30am, 12.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm Book in advance | Telephone 0141 9300 or email GMRCbookings@glasgowlife.org.ukFind the amazing museum collections all stored away waiting to be discovered on this behind the scenes tour. Spend an hour discovering this very special building for yourself and some of the highlights of the one million treasures it holds.

Macmillan Arts and Craft Group Last Monday of each month| 11am–2pmMon 30 Sep | Air Drying ClayMon 28 Oct | Roll PrintingMon 25 Nov | Batik & Wax SilkMon 16 Dec | Embossed TilesMon 27 Jan | Tote BagsMon 24 Feb | Glass EtchingPlease bring your own lunch as there is no café facility.Get creative each month with our museum object-inspired art sessions for adults affected by cancer. These sessions are social and explore the fascinating museum stores before getting hands-on with a taster craft session. Materials are provided, no experience is necessary.

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

Creative Sundays1–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 9300 or email GMRCbookings@glasgowlife.org.ukCreative Sundays are fun and informal taster workshops inspired by the museum collections. Why not try a new craft in these one-day workshops. No previous experience needed, all materials are provided. We advise people to bring a packed lunch as there is no café facility.

Contact the Elderly Monthly Museum VisitsContact the Elderly, in partnership with Glasgow Museums, has been providing monthly outings since 2006.These outings are for those over the age of 70 who live on their own, can’t get out often, and are interested in museums and arts. Tea and biscuits are provided. One of our volunteer drivers will transport you from your home. If you or someone you know would like to apply to join this group or would like to know more about being a volunteer driver, please contact: Angela Rae-Murray Email: Angela.Rae-Murray@contact-the-elderly.org.ukTel: 07902246062 or visit our website at contact-the-elderly.org.uk.

Object Viewing Is There an Object in our Stores You Would Like to See? You can arrange to see objects from collections located at GMRC by either sending a request to the email address navigator@glasgowlife.org.uk or by completing the form at collections.glasgowmuseums.com/request.html. Object viewing requests must be made at least four weeks in advance and your booking will be confirmed at least one week in advance of your visit.

Tote BagsSun 1 SepBe inspired by the range of patterns and colours in our vast collections. You will then be able to create your own design to be painted onto a tote bag which you can take home with you!

Soapstone CarvingSun 27 Oct Take inspiration from our vast collection of carved artefacts then create your own carved stone masterpiece.

Sew HappySun 17 Nov Explore some of the embroidery pieces in our collection at GMRC. Then learn some basic embroidery techniques. If you are currently working on any projects of your own please bring them along.

Christmas CardsSun 1 Dec Begin the festive fun by designing your own home made Christmas cards using our easy to make templates and materials.

Dot PaintingSun 26 Jan Celebrate Australia Day at GMRC! Explore some of our amazing Aboriginal art and learn about the symbolism behind it, then be inspired to create your own dot painting.

Glass EtchingSun 16 Feb Discover our collection of decorative glassware then design and hand etch your own pattern onto a glass drinking vessel.

we can discuss a visit to meet your needs.

Behind the Scenes Tours Every Wed & Fri, Sat & Sun Wed & Fri 2.30–3.30pm |Sat & Sun 11.30am–12.30pmFind the amazing museum collections all stored away waiting to be discovered on this behind the scenes tour. Spend an hour discovering this very special building for yourself and some of the highlights of the one million treasures it holds.

INFORMAL LEAD TOURS

Tea and Tour TuesdaysTue 3 Sep, Tue 3 Dec, Tue 7 Jan, Tue 4 Feb | 10.30am–12pmBook in advance | Telephone 0141 9300 or email GMRCbookings@glasgowlife.org.ukJoin us for a fun-filled stroll through our museums, handle objects and have a chat over a cup of tea. Explore a different theme and a new museum each month. Tea and Tour Tuesdays is aimed at older adults: come on your own and meet new people or bring a friend.

GMRC is the store for the collections not currently on display.With more than 1 million fantastic objects it is well worth a visit! You will find us at 200 Woodhead Road, South Nitshill Industrial Estate, Glasgow G53 7NN – just a short walk from Nitshill train station.

TOUR AND OBJECT HANDLING

KELVINGROVE ART GALLERY & MUSEUMKGlearning@glasgowlife.org.uk 0141 276 9599

WORKSHOPS

Campfire Stylee!! - Music workshop for adultsSun 22 Sep | 12.45–2.45pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 9505/6 or email kglearning@glasgowlife.org.ukAdults, bring your acoustic instrument! Let’s work up some songs from the 1960s and 1970s before a gallery sing-song inspired by music legends. Meet in our West-wing Learning Room.

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

TALKS

Curator Talk: Linda McCartney Retrospective: A closer lookSat 26 Oct | 2–3pm | Presented in the exhibition spaceJoin Social History Curator Fiona Hayes to look at the exhibition key themes and images. Discover what inspired Linda McCartney to produce such vibrant work and hear about what goes into creating an exhibition.

Curator Talk: Linda McCartney: Inspiration, Formats & Technology with Heather Robertson Curator of Transport & Technology.Sat 16 Nov | 2–3pm | Present at the enquiry desk, for 1.45pm | Staff will take participants to our Conference Room for 2pm prompt.Linda McCartney employed exciting historical techniques as well as utilising new and different technologies with great artistry and skill. Discover the history and art of some of these processes.

Beyond the Darkroom Door: Exploring the Magic of Developing.Sat 7 Dec | 1.30–4pmBefore digital imaging there was ‘Darkroom’ magic where photos developed before your eyes. Through collection handling

objects, let’s explore how this happened and discover what photographers used.

EVENT

Treasure Trove FindsSat 5 Oct | 11am–3pmArchaeological artefacts unearthed by the public can make a significant contribution to our understanding of Scotland’s past. Bring your archaeological finds to Kelvingrove today for identification and Treasure Trove assessment.

TALK

Scottish Archaeology Month: Introduction to the First Peoples DisplayThu 19 Sep | 2–2.30pmJoin Jane Flint, our Curator of Prehistoric Archaeology, to find out about our displays relating to prehistoric people who lived as hunters-gatherers-fishers, and about the first farmers in Scotland.

Getting Creative with Polaroid Cameras Sun 29 Sep | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 9505/6 or email kglearning@glasgowlife.org.ukDiscover the magic of creating instant images inspired by Linda McCartney’s more experimental work. Led by Experts from Polaroid Originals, you will learn about Polaroid images and make your own.

Photography Workshop of Open AyeSun 6 Oct | 1.30–4pm | Adult £25.00/£20 Conc. | Book in advance Inspired by the humanity in Linda McCartney’s photographs, work with Becky Duncan to explore composition, tone, key message and learn how to take compelling photographs of your own.

Polaroid Originals Creative Workshop: Emulsion Transfers & TransparenciesSat 23 Nov | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 9505/6 or email kglearning@glasgowlife.org.ukBe inspired by Linda McCartney’s photo media experiments. Learn how emulsion lift images are made from Polaroids then make your own led by experts from Polaroid Originals.

Photograph by Linda McCartney © Paul McCartney

EXHIBITION

Linda McCartney Retrospective Until Sun 12 Jan 2020 | During opening hours | Adult £7/£5 Conc. Under 16s freeA major retrospective photographic exhibition, which is curated by Paul, Mary and Stella McCartney. It features iconic names and moments in music from the 1960s along with more intimate and emotional later work by this acclaimed and prolific photographer.

The retrospective also includes one of Linda McCartney’s

diaries from the 1960s displayed in public for the first time and bringing new insight into the contemporary music scene of the era and the beginnings of her photographic career.

Cameras used by Linda McCartney and held in her archive will also be displayed in public for the first time, along with Polaroids and contact sheets which explore her creativity and use of the different techniques.

Working Title: Picture This … Sun 29 Sep | 1.30–4pm | Ask a member of staff where this ‘experience’ begins.Enjoy interactive ‘happenings’ in the galleries: inspired by the Linda McCartney Retrospective, post creative pics to our Instagram. Backdrops, props, inspiration and direction from ‘the art directors’ at Toad’s Caravan included.

Scottish Archaeology Month: Introduction to the Death and Burial in Bronze Age Scotland DisplayThu 26 Sep | 2–2.30pmJoin Jane Flint, our Curator of Prehistoric Archaeology, to find out about our displays relating to the burial of people and metalwork in the first metal ages in Scotland.

PUBLIC TALK TOUR

Glasgow & Slavery part of the BHM Scotland ProgrammeThu 10 Oct | 11am | Present at the enquiry desk from 10.45amDiscover objects and displays about Glasgow’s historic relationships with slavery.

THE BURRELL AT KELVINGROVE:

Collecting Chinese Treasures From 14 Sep–Spring 2020Which collector was ahead of his time? This exhibition showcases 60 works of Chinese ceramics, jade and bronze selected by curator Dr Yupin Chung and guest curator Jorge Welsh from up to 1,800 objects in the Burrell Collection. It explores how tastes in fashion have largely accounted for the ‘wanderings’ of artistic masterpieces.

COMMUNITY DISPLAY

Exhibition - Royal Voluntary Service: Compassion in Crises Until Fri 31 Jan 2020 | During opening hours Told through objects, photographs and film from its Heritage Collection, this is the fascinating story of how Glaswegian Royal Voluntary Service volunteers have supported the city’s communities for 80 years.

TALKS

Maryhill Burgh Halls: The shaping of a cityWed 11 Sep | 1.30–2pm | Meet at the Enquiry Desk at 1.15pm | Staff will take participants to our Community Display for 1.30pm, prompt.In 1878 20 stained glass panels were created to represent the trades of Maryhill. This talk explores the stories of ordinary working folk told by the panels reproduced here.

Royal Voluntary ServiceThu 3 Oct | 1.30–2pm | Meet at the Enquiry Desk at 1.15pm | Staff will take participants to our Conference Room for 1.30pm, prompt.This talk will focus on the work of RVS in a local context. Jennifer Hunt, Archivist will explore how Glaswegian Royal Voluntary Service volunteers have supported the city’s communities for 80 years.

HAVANA GLASGOW FILM FESTIVAL EVENT

Cuban Salsa Dancing EventSat 9 Nov | 1.30–2.30pm | Ask staff for direction to this session |All ages welcomeBring the whole family along to this popular event and dance to the upbeat Cuban rhythms with Farah Portela from the Tumbao Salsa School.

CURATOR TALKS

World War II Anniversary TalkHenry Lamb’s portrait of ‘Driver Abdul Ghani’Tue 3 Sep | 2pmOn the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of World War II Curator of British Art Jo Meacock will discuss this portrait of Abdul Ghani, who served in Force K6 of the Royal Indian Army Service Corps.

Between Utopias: Russian art in the early 1900sTue 10 Sep | 2pmPeter Tuka, Curator of Between Utopias, explores the work of two artists from the former Soviet Union who responded to a society in flux.

A ‘Grosschedel’ suit of ArmourTue 17 Sep | 2pm (a 10-minute talk in French and English)What is so special about this armour? This short talk will be given in French, followed by English.

HAMILTON BEQUEST TALK

Camille Pissarro’s painting The Banks of the MarneTue 24 Sep | 2pmCurator of European Art Pippa Stephenson will explore this masterpiece by Camille Pissarro, one of the major figures of Impressionism. The painting was gifted by the Hamilton Trustees in 1951.

Alexander Mann’s painting By the FindhornTue 8 Oct | 2pmJoin Curator of British Art Jo Meacock as she talks about this atmospheric Glasgow Boys picture, painted in the north-east of Scotland. The Trustees of the Hamilton Bequest helped to buy this artwork for Glasgow Museums in 2004.

Charles Camoin’s painting Place de Clichy, ParisTue 5 Nov | 2pmCharles Camoin’s canvas is a bold depiction of early 20th-century Paris. Discover more about this little-known but important artist. The painting was gifted by the Hamilton Trustees in 1951.

Between Utopias: Russian Art in the Early 1900sWed 13 Nov | 2pmPeter Tuka, Curator of Between Utopias, will explore in depth the work of two artists from the former Soviet Union who responded to a society in flux.

DISPLAY

Benny Lynch, The Little King of the GorbalsOngoing | During Opening hours The People’s Palace is hosting a community display which gathers together never seen before objects from Benny Lynch’s life and career, including his gloves, trophies, contract and personal items. The display is on until June 2020.

PEOPLE’S PALACEPalaceBookings@glasgowlife.org.uk 0141 276 0788

HIGHLIGHT TOUR

During opening hours | Book in advanceDo you have a group interested in visiting the Palace? We can offer a tailored highlight tour based around the social history of Glasgow. Please contact us for more information on times and availability.

OBJECT HANDLING SESSIONS

Sun 15 & 29 Sep, 6 & 13 Oct, 3 Nov, 1 Dec, 12 Jan | 1–3.30pmJoin us for some special themed handling sessions. You’ll be able to get up close to real museum objects and learn about the history behind them! Look out for more dates on our website.

Please note the Winter Garden’s is currently closed. There is a new Coffee Stop on the ground floor adjacent to the shop and packed lunch area is available on the second floor.

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

NEW – Glasgow 1955: Through the LensOngoing | During Opening hoursIn 1955 Glasgow camera clubs got together to create a unique photography survey of the city. They photographed everyday scenes of people and places and in the process created a wonderful record of daily life. A selection of these popular photographs is back on display at the People’s Palace. For some it will be a trip down memory lane and for others a chance to see Glasgow as it looked over half a century ago.

Collecting China – A Curator’s ViewThu 14 Nov | 2–2.30pmJoin Curator Dr Yupin Chung to look back at the first exhibition of Chinese Art at Glasgow Art Gallery, Kelvingrove, 1944, which considerably heightened public interest in Chinese culture and history.

S. J. Peploe’s painting Old Tom MorrisTue 3 Dec | 2pm Curator of British Art Jo Meacock will discuss this early Scottish Colourist painting of a local Edinburgh personality that was purchased by the Trustees of the Hamilton Bequest for Glasgow Museums in 1974.

Thomas Faed’s painting Burns and Highland MaryTue 21 Jan | 2pm As Burns Night approaches join Curator of British Art Jo Meacock to hear more about this painting that imagines Burns’ last meeting with Margaret Campbell, Highland Mary, before her early death.

FRAGILE ART EXHIBITION

Between Utopias: Russian Art in the Early 1900s Until Jun 2020 Between Utopias explores the work of Pavel Makov and Nikita Gashunin, artists from the former Soviet Union who responded to a society in flux.

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EVENT

Explorathon: UnlockedFri 27 & Sat 28 Sep| 1pm–4pmInvestigate the research happening across Glasgow with exciting activities at Riverside during Explorathon 2019

Explorathon ExtravaganzaFri 27 Sep | 6–10pm | For more information and to book your free ticket visit explorathon.co.ukFill your night with curiosity as you wander along the old street. Find researchers in shops and explore interactive activities among the exhibits.

DISPLAY

Going GreenOpens Nov | During opening hoursA new display marking the James Watt Bicentennial which explores Scotland’s Drive for Energy Efficiency.

Driving ForceOngoing | During opening hoursThis Galloway car display looks at the amazing work of 1920s businesswoman, car factory manager, and racing driver Dorothee Pullinger and reveals her influence on women engineers.

Object HandlingFairfield Heritage at RiversideRegular Thursday dates | 1.30-4pmEnjoy a glimpse at shipyard life through this object handling session with Fairfield Heritage. For more information visit www.fairfieldgovan.co.uk

NEW CHATTY CAFES

Natter and Chatter table in our Museum cafes. Every Thu | 10am–12noon | Ground Floor CaféMany of our Museum cafés now provide Natter and Chatter tables, where customers can sit if they are happy to talk to other customers. Mums, dads, babies, grandparents, young people, older people and anyone in between!

TOUR

Tea & Tour TuesdaysTue 1 Oct & Tue 5 Nov | 10.30am–12noon | Older AdultsJoin us for a fun-filled stroll through our museums, handle objects and have a chat over a cup of tea. Explore a different theme and a new museum each month. Tea & Tour Tuesdays are aimed at older adults, so come on your own and meet new people or bring a friend.

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HANDS ON WORKSHOPS

Tram DaysWed 4 Sep & Wed 5 Feb 1.30–3pmJoin us inside our Room & Kitchen tram and handle some tram-related objects. There will also be an option to explore its beautiful design through a drawing activity.

Victorian CuriositiesThu 19 Sep & Wed 18 Dec | 1.30–3pm Pop in to handle some curious objects from the Victorian period and learn some fascinating stories behind them.

Household TechnologyWed 2 Oct & 8 Jan | 1.30–3pmIrons, hair dryers, vacuum cleaners and more! Join us to discuss and handle these peculiar objects from the 1950s and 1960s. There will be an option to make 1960s’ patterns and colour inspired badges.

Through the Lenses: Historical CamerasThu 24 Oct & Wed 4 Dec | 1.30–3pmCome along and explore cameras from different periods including a Victorian glassplate camera, the Vest Pocket Kodak ‘soldier’s’ camera from World War I and the popular Kodak Brownie.

Specs-tacular!Wed 6 Nov & Thu 20 Feb | 1.30–3pmPop in to discuss and handle objects from our optometry collection. Have some fun trying on specs from the olden days!

Shipbuilding on the River ClydeThu 21 Nov & 23 Jan |1.30–3pmPop in to discuss and handle different tools used to build ships on the River Clyde, and have a look through colourful ship-related brochures.

ADULT MINDFUL ARTS & CRAFTS

Tea ArtSun 27 Oct | 11am–1pm | Book in advance | Email: riversidebookings@glasgowlife.org.ukEven used tea bags have potential! We will use ink, watercolours and natural string to transform them into colourful bookmarks, postcards or notebooks. All materials are provided.

Riverside Inspired Tote BagsSun 24 Nov | 11am–1pm | Book in advance | Email: riversidebookings@glasgowlife.org.ukWe will experiment with fabric printing and decorate a practical tote bag inspired by the colours,

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

shapes and patterns of transport seat covers. All materials are provided.

Clay PotsSun 19 Jan | 11am–1pm | Book in advance | Email: riversidebookings@glasgowlife.org.ukJoin this sensory workshop to create a clay pot. We will learn the different techniques of making pots, such as pinching, coiling or slab building. All materials are provided.

Transport Shapes and Colours Inspired Plant PotsSun 16 Feb | 11am–1pm | Book in advance | Email: riversidebookings@glasgowlife.org.ukCome along and decorate your own plant pot. We will get inspiration from the colours, shapes and patterns of transport in our collection. All materials are provided.

EXHIBITION

TransPennine Express at RiversideOngoing | During opening hoursThe new TransPennine Express Nova 2 trains are nearly here but at Riverside you can have the first glimpse and sit in the driver’s seat in our new TransPennine Express mock-up drivers cab.

TOURS

Volunteer-led ToursTue & Thu | 11am Sat & Sun | 1.30pmBook in advance | Email kelvinhalltours@glasgowlife.org.uk or telephone 0141 276 1450 and press 1 for Sport to bookJoin our volunteer tour guides for a free 45-minute tour of Kelvin Hall and take a peek behind the scenes in Glasgow Museums’ store.

History and Heritage TourFri 25 Oct & 24 Jan | 1.30–2.15pmBook in advance | Email kelvinhalltours@glasgowlife.org.uk or telephone 0141 276 1450 and press 1 for Sport to bookTake a peek behind the scenes in Glasgow Museums’ store and learn about some of the objects held inside.

KELVIN HALLkelvinhall.if@glasgowlife.org.uk 0141 276 1450

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

TWILIGHT TOURS AND SCREENINGSBook in advance | www.eventbrite.co.uk | www. kelvinhall.org.uk/whats-onJoin one of our curators each month for a short, themed tour of Kelvin Hall’s museum stores.

Hidden MackintoshWed 30 Oct | 5.15–5.45pmGo behind the scenes at Kelvin Hall and see works by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in the Hunterian’s store. An opportunity to get close to watercolours, drawings and furniture by the great architect.

Mackintosh Redux – Film ScreeningWed 30 Oct | 6–7pmMackintosh Redux is a beautifully-restored film currently celebrating its 50th anniversary. Focusing on the Mackintosh design, it delves into the life of the man behind some of the fantastic buildings

and works of art which make Glasgow so recognisable.

What does that thing do?Wed 13 Nov | 5.15–5.45pmHistoric scientific and medical instruments can be mysterious and peculiar: what does that thing do? What was it for? Join Hunterian curator Nicky Reeves to explore the meaning and purpose of historic items electrical, magnetic, pneumatic, surgical and therapeutic.

The story of our Co-opWed 11 Dec | 5.15–5.45pm Join Social History Curator Fiona Hayes to uncover the story of local co-operatives, including the Scottish Co-operative Wholesale Society, to mark 250 years since the first recorded food co-operative was founded.

Christmas ScreeningWed 11 Dec | 6–7pm Come and unwrap some Christmas crackers from the vaults of the National Library of Scotland’s Moving Image Archive on the big screen at Kelvin Hall!

Kelvin Hall MemoriesWed 19 Feb | 5.15–5.45pmExplore some of Glasgow Museums’ fantastic transport and local history objects, including items from the Springburn collection.

SCOTLAND STREETSCHOOL MUSEUMscotlandstreetbookings@glasgowlife.org.uk 0141 287 0500

EXHIBITION

GlaswegAsiansOngoing | During opening hours A Colourful Heritage exhibition exploring 150 years of South Asian and Muslim history in Glasgow and highlighting the community’s contribution to the city and during two world wars.S

SELF LED ACTIVITY

Share some South Asian Games Ongoing | During opening hours Bring your children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren for an intergenerational making and sharing session. Come and make some South Asian games and share personal stories about games you used to play.

TOUR

Join the Scotland Street School Building TourSun 15 Sep, 13 Oct, 24 Nov, 19 Jan, 16 Feb | Meeting in the Drill Hall at 1.30pmScotland Street is the only school designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh that is still open to the public. This informal guide-led tour allows visitors to explore and enjoy the history of this iconic building. Through architecture,

drawings and historical correspondence, we will discuss the journey from the Glasgow Board’s original brief, to Mackintosh’s completed school build.

EVENT

Experience a World War Two ClassroomSat 19 & Sun 20 Oct | 12noon & 2pmGrab your gas mask and come and commemorate the 80th anniversary of World War II in a live re-enactment of a traditional 1940s classroom.

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

Behind the Scenes at Kelvin Hall TourSat 21 Sep | 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm Book in advance | Email kelvhinalltours@glasgowlife.org.uk or telephone 0141 276 1450 and press 1 for Sport to bookJoin us for a special tour which will incorporate The Hunterian and Glasgow Museums’ stores as well as a peek behind the scenes at The National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall.

Up Close at Kelvin Hall: WWII Sat 21 Sep | 12–3pm | Drop-in Commemorate the 80th anniversary of the start of World War II by looking at some Glasgow home front collections with social history curator Isobel McDonald.

POETRY READING

National Poetry Day – The Hunterian PoemsWed 2 Oct | 6–8pmBook in advance | Tickets £5 | www.eventbrite.co.uk | www. kelvinhall.org.uk/whats-onProfessor Alan Riach hosts an exciting evening of poetry readings by contemporary poets who have drawn inspiration from the artefacts and paintings in the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery. Refreshments included.

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF DISABLED PERSONS 2019

Time to DanceTue 3 Dec | 10-4pm | Drop-in | kelvinhall.org.uk/whats-onTo celebrate International Day of Disabled Persons 2019 we will be hosting a day of dance, song and heritage at Kelvin Hall.

Tue 3 Dec | 10–11am | Book in advance| Max 25 per session | www.eventbrite.co.ukTime to Dance – Scottish Ballet’s weekly dementia-friendly dance programme, will offer a special taster session and afterwards, stay on to reminisce about Kelvin Hall with our special museum handling kit.

FAMILY DAY

Happy Birthday Kelvin Hall - Let’s Go Green!Sat 9 Nov | 12–4pm | Drop-in Kelvin Hall celebrates its third birthday with a fun-filled celebration themed around our Gold award for the Green Tourism Business Scheme. We will have lots of hands-on activities and free, fun stalls.

Chinese New YearSat 8 Feb | 12–4pm | Drop-in Kelvin Hall’s annual fun-filled family-friendly celebration of Chinese New Year with Ricefield Arts. Drop in to celebrate the Year of the Rat.

REMINISCENCE SESSION

Sharing Stories: 1955 Through the Lens Tue 19 Nov | 11am–12pm | www.eventbrite.co.uk | www. kelvinhall.org.uk/whats-onThe 1955 photographic survey provides a unique snapshot of post-war Glasgow, a city on the brink of change. Taken by local camera clubs, the digital slideshow presents the sights and sounds of the city’s streets, parks and workplaces.

HANDLING SESSION

Kelvin Hall MemoriesTue 18 Feb | 11am–12pm | www.eventbrite.co.uk | www. kelvinhall.org.uk/whats-onWhat are your memories of Kelvin Hall? Come along and reminisce about this iconic building with a special tour and object handling session.

CHATTY CAFÉS

Every Tue | 12–3pm | Drop-inEvery Fri | 11–2pm | Drop-inMany of our museum cafés now provide Natter and Chatter tables, where customers can sit if they are happy to talk to other customers. Mums, dads, babies, grandparents, young people, older people and anyone in between!

project to create Cross Culture Connections. Using objects from our social history collection to share stories and memories from countries such as Congo, Cameroon and Syria, this display shows that no matter where we come from, we’re all Jock Tamson’s bairns.

EXHIBITION

Glasgow and the Gaidhealtachd at the Hunterian Art GalleryFri 11 Oct 2019–Jan 2020 | During opening hoursFeaturing a wide variety of objects, books and other materials from the collections of The Hunterian and Special Collections, the exhibition asks challenging questions for 21st-century audiences about long-standing institutional representations of the tangible and intangible heritage of the ‘indigenous’ culture of the Gaidhealtachd.

DOORS OPEN DAY EVENTS

Furniture on FilmTue 17, Wed 18 Sep | 2–2.45pmBook in advance | Email kelvhinalltours@glasgowlife.org.uk or telephone 0141 276 1450 and press 1 for Sport to bookMany pieces of iconic furniture have featured in film and television over the years. Come along and find out about some of the design classics in our store at Kelvin Hall that have been immortalised on screen.

DISPLAY

Your Stories: Cross Culture ConnectionsUntil 10 Oct 2019 | During opening hoursGlasgow Museums has collaborated with asylum seekers from Freedom from Torture’s ‘Healing Neighbourhoods’

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ROYAL NATIONAL MOD

Your Stories: GaelicFri 11 Oct 2019–Jan 2020 | During opening hoursThe opening of this new community display coincides with the Royal National Mod, being held in Glasgow from 11–19 October 2019. We are working with a Gaelic community group who will curate this display.

CINE[STHEISA]: Filmichean Gàidhlig

Wed 9 Oct | 6 – 7pm | www.eventbrite.co.uk | www. kelvinhall.org.uk/whats-onJoin us for a selection of films celebrating Gaelic language, arts and culture.

EVENT

Getting ready for the Mod at Kelvin Hall Fri 11 Oct | 11am–4pm | Drop-in |kelvinhall.org.uk/whats-onAn Deo-Gréine, official monthly magazine of An Comunn Gàidhealach. Pop in to our special show and tell event where curators will be on hand to show fascinating Gaelic items from the National Library of Scotland’s collections. We will also have live music and events on throughout the day.

ST MUNGO MUSEUM & PROVAND’S LORDSHIPmungobookings@glasgowlife.org.uk 0141 276 1625

DISPLAY

Remembering SrebrenicaFrom Fri 23 Aug | During opening hoursThree artworks by Robert McNeil MBE of Remembering Srebrenica Scotland are now on display in St Mungo Museum. The artist was a forensic technician in Kosovo and Bosnia during the Balkan wars in the 1990s. After retiring, McNeil made paintings inspired by sights he had witnessed. These works were purchased by Glasgow Museums for the collection with a generous grant from the National Fund for Acquisitions.

TALK

Glasgow and Slavery Thu 3 Oct | 11am–12noonDiscover objects and displays at Provand’s Lordship about Glasgow’s relationships with slavery. The tour will include viewing objects both in the St Nicholas Garden and inside the old house itself. This event is part of Black History Month.

WORKSHOPS

Celebrating HarvestSun 1 Sep | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 1625 or email mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.ukThrough the crafts of marbling and printing create a picture or greetings card to celebratethe rich colours and hues of harvest time.

Faith to Faith – A monthly discussion and dialogue sessionSun 8 Sep, 13 Oct | 10 Nov, 8 Dec, 12 Jan, 9 Feb | 2–4pmOur Faith to Faith programme in partnership with Interfaith Glasgow continues with a new season of dialogue and discussions focusing on different religious and cultural issues each month. Check the website for details of the topic and speakers for each session.

Drawing Creativity out of ChaosSun 15 Sep | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 1625 or email mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.ukIn this workshop Robert McNeil MBE from Remembering Srebrenica Scotland will be sharing stories behind his work Subjugation. You will then take part in a short art session introducing you to the medium of acrylic painting.

ALL WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS ARE AIMED AT ADULTS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

Paint a High MountainSun 6 Oct | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 1625 or email mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.ukTo mark the Chinese Climb a High Mountain festival come along to St Mungo’s and create a beautiful landscape painting. Find inspiration in the Ancient Chinese objects on display. You will have the opportunity to try out a variety of mediums and materials when creating your own artwork.

Drawing Creativity out of ChaosSun 3 Nov | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 1625 or email mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.ukIn this workshop Robert McNeil MBE from Remembering Srebrenica Scotland will be sharing stories behind his work Witness. You will then take part in a short art session introducing you to the medium of acrylic painting.

St Andrew’s Day Gift BoxesSun 24 Nov | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 1625 or email mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.ukIn this relaxing workshop you will make a simple inspiring box as a personal keepsake or St Andrew’s day gift.

Festive Willow LanternsSun 1 Dec | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | elephone 0141 276 1625 or email mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.ukBack by popular demand this craft workshop to get you into the festive spirit with Hanukkah and Christmas not far away. These lovely lanterns will brighten the darkest of days.

Up Close and Personal – Object Handling ExperienceSun 19 Jan | 1.30–4pmBy handling and closely inspecting our diverse collection of religious handling objects you can find out what makes them so special and how they are used in all different rituals, from simple acts of prayer to public worship. Your chance to spin a Buddhist prayer wheel or try on a Jewish kippah.

Journey out of DarknessSun 2 Feb | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 1625 or email mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.ukThe symbolism of the Christian feast of Candlemas and Pagan festival of Imbolc are reminders of the days getting brighter. We’ll create a beautiful candle holder to cradle the spring light following the long dark winter. A sure sign of hope and joy!

Drawing Creativity out of ChaosSun 16 Feb | 1.30–4pm | Book in advance | Telephone 0141 276 1625 or email mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.ukIn this workshop Robert McNeil MBE from Remembering Srebrenica Scotland will be sharing stories behind his work Srebrenica Woman. You will then take part in a short art session introducing you to the medium of pastel painting.

Two works are on display in the Gallery of Religius Lifeand the third in the main first floor gallery.

BOOKING INFORMATION& OPENING TIMES

The Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow Museums Resource Centre, Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, People’s Palace, Riverside Museum and Scotland’s Steet School Museum are open daily: 10am–5pm, except Fridays & Sundays11am–5pm. The Gallery of Modern Art is also open until 8pm on Thursdays.

Provand’s Lordship and St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art have the same opening hours except that they are CLOSED on Mondays.

The Burrell Collection is closed until 2021 for the Burrell Renaissance – a major project of refurbishment and redisplay.

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The Burrell CollectionClosed for refurbishment & redisplay until 2020 www.burrellcollection.com

Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA)0141 287 3050 | GoMABookings@glasgowlife.org.uk

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre0141 276 9300 | GMRCbookings@glasgowlife.org.uk

Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum0141 276 9599 | KGLearning@glasgowlife.org.uk

People’s Palace0141 276 0788 | PalaceBookings@glasgowlife.org.uk

Provand’s Lordship0141 276 1625 | mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.uk

Riverside Museum0141 287 2720 | riversidebookings@glasgowlife.org.uk

Scotland Street School Museum0141 287 0500 | scotlandstreetbookings@glasgowlife.org.uk

St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art0141 276 1625 | mungobookings@glasgowlife.org.uk

Kelvin Hall0141 276 1450 | kelvinhall.if@glasgowlife.org.uk

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