National Museums Scotland listings 24 November to 5 January 2008
National Museums Scotland listings
24 November to 5 January 2008
Highlights
Jean Muir: A Fashion Icon
National Museum of Scotland
Fri 7 November - Sun 15 March
Free
Jean
Muir: A Fashion Icon presents selected highlights from National
Museums Scotland's
priceless Jean Muir collection. The exhibition contains elements of her
design, manufacturing and marketing processes, showcasing sketches, pattern
pieces, a toile (trial garment), fabric samples and 30 finished garments and
accessories.
Jean Muir was part of the British design revolution of the 1960s. Her look was based on signature fabrics, colours, details as well as precision cut and fit. Fabric, texture and strict attention to detail were of paramount importance. Garments were designed to skim and flatter the body with movement, and Jean Muir collections gained dedicated followers the world over. Her work has graced the wardrobes of celebrities including Lauren Bacall, Joanna Lumley, Barbra Streisand, Judi Dench and Diana Rigg.
Sponsored by Pagan Osborne.
Treasured: Wonderful Things, Amazing Stories
National Museum of Scotland
Opens 14 November until 2011
Free
This new exhibition offers the chance to discover some of the most extraordinary treasures in the care of National Museums Scotland. Featuring over 300 objects drawn from the four corners of the globe and spanning across centuries, Treasured - Wonderful Things, Amazing Stories celebrates the wonder and diversity of the National Museums' world-class collections.
From a Sumatran tiger to a Victorian corset, Treasured will be an eclectic mix of the spectacular, extraordinary, precious and personal. The exhibition will provide a link to the Royal Museum collections during closure, casting new light on familiar objects and also giving a first glimpse of some of the objects which will feature in the redeveloped National Museum of Scotland when it re-opens in 2011.
New gallery
Scotland: A Changing Nation
National Museum of Scotland
Level 6
Free
Discover the political, industrial and cultural influences that have helped shaped today's Scotland.
A major new permanent gallery has opened at the National Museum of Scotland. From the First World War to the present day, Scotland: A Changing Nation traces the varied experiences of people living and working in Scotland. Through first-hand accounts, significant objects and film, you can examine how Scotland has been shaped into the nation it is today.
Reflecting the vibrancy and diversity of Scottish culture during the past century, this gallery brings together many fascinating objects and perspectives from all over Scotland - creating a thought-provoking glimpse into Scottish social history.
Exhibitions
Gifted
National Museum of Scotland
Fri 7 November - Sun 11 January
Free
Now in its fourth year, this popular exhibition gives you the chance to see and buy innovative new work from Scotland's most talented craft makers. Ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles will all be on display, offering limited-edition gifts for all tastes and budgets.
For further information, visit www.nms.ac.uk/gifted.
Print on film
From This Place Words Fly
National Museum of Scotland
Sat 20 September - Sun 7 December
Free
Artists Kenny Munro and Edward O'Donnelly celebrate Scotland's printing history in this evocative film. Consider the future of the printed word in an increasingly global culture.
In partnership with The National Trust for Scotland.
Call to Arms
National War Museum
Until Sun 1 Feb 2009
Included in Castle admission
Explore the history, tactics and weapons of Scottish infantry over the centuries.
From 14th-century ‘Galloglass' mercenaries and 17th-century highland warriors to today's modern soldiers, Scottish soldiers have always had a fearsome reputation on the battlefield.
While technology has changed the way warfare has been fought over the centuries, one thing remains constant: the importance of infantry. Call to Arms explores the unwavering need for ‘boots on the ground' by charting the development of Scottish foot soldiers since the 14th century.
Events/activities
National Museum of Scotland
Connect Super Science Shows
Connect gallery
Every Sat & Sun
12:15/13:15/14:15/15:15 (20 mins)
Free/drop-in
Come along to our free events every weekend in Connect. Find out about science in the real world at our Meet the Scientist event or enjoy a free SuperScience show. Age 5+.
Jean Muir Study Day
Sat 29 November
Off site at David Hume Theatre, University
of Edinburgh
10:00-16:30
£35/Members £30/Students £16
Explore and celebrate the work of leading British fashion designer Jean Muir
within the context of international fashion between 1966 and 1995. Speakers
include fashion historian Amy de la Haye, curator Kristina
Stankovski, Jean Muir's senior designer Joyce Fenton-Douglas,
journalist Ian R Webb and jeweller Nuala Jamieson.
St Andrew's Day Celebration
Sun 30 November
Hawthornden Court
All day
Free
Take a fresh look at our collections and enjoy art, dance, history and music.
This special day marks St Andrew's Day and the National Museum of
Scotland's 10th birthday.
Jean Muir Archive: Conserving the
Collection
Mon 1 December
Special Exhibitions gallery
14:00 (1hr)
Free
Book now on 0131 225 7534
Lynn McClean, Head of Paper & Textiles Conservation and Miriam McLeod, Textile
Conservator, discuss their fascinating behind-the-scenes work to conserve and
preserve the Jean Muir Collection for the future. Limit: 15 places
The Art of Bell Ringing
Sun 7 December
Hawthornden Court
12:45 / 13:45 (30mins)
Free
Join Heather McLean and her group of traditional bell ringers as they herald the Christmas season with their joyous sound.
Edinburgh Early Dancers
Sun 7 December
Hawthornden Court
14:45 / 15:45 (30mins)
Free
Take in the colour and splendour of period costume as Edinburgh Early Dancers perform elegant dances around the Christmas tree.
Sunday Morning Harpists
Hawthornden Court
Sun 14 December
10:00 - 12:00
Free
Enjoy the serene sounds of Heather Yule and her fellow harpists as you stroll through the galleries.
Christmas Choral Concert
Hawthornden Court
Sun 14 December
12:45 / 13:45 / 14:45 / 15:45 (20mins)
Free
Enjoy festive performances from four
talented local choirs - sure to bring wonderful music and Christmas spirit to
the museum.
Christmas Lecture: A Creative Journey
Hawthornden Court
Wed 17 December
19:00
(1hr 30mins)
£5 / £4 /Members free
Book now on 0131 225 7534
Working primarily in precious metals, jeweller Dorothy Hogg MBE has a successful international career. She discusses making and exhibiting work, running the Jewellery and Silversmithing department at Edinburgh College of Art and her recent six month residency at the Victoria and Albert Museum. Mulled wine and mince pies from 18:30.
Curator's Choice: Pioneering on the roof of the world
Dunfermline
Room
Fri 19 December
14:00 (1hr)
£5 / £4 /Members free
Book now on 0131 225 7534
Inbal Livne, Assistant Curator of East and Central Asia, examines the remarkable life of missionary Annie Royle Taylor, through the Tibetan collections she gave to National Museums Scotland.
Christmas Circus Skills with Big Top
Hawthornden Court
Sun 21 December
12:45 / 13:45 / 14:45 / 15:45 (30mins)
Free
Clown around with Big Top and try out your circus skills under the Christmas tree. Equipment provided and fun guaranteed!
Christmas Art Competition
Hawthornden Court
Sun 27
- Tue 30 December
All day (Drop-in)
Free
Take inspiration from our collections as the museum is turned into an artist's studio. Winning entries will be displayed from 13 January to 30 January, with a prize-giving on 31 January.
Open to everyone, all ages and abilities. Basic materials
provided but please feel free to bring your own.
Hogmanay ceilidh
Hawthornden Court
Wed 31
December
14:00 (2hrs)
Free
Bring all the family for a lively afternoon of traditional music and dance with the Canongate Cadjers Ceilidh Band. Put on your dancing shoes and be prepared to get moving and celebrate Hogmanay in style!
In partnership with Live Music Now!
New Year's Day music
Hawthornden Court
Thu 1
January
12:45 / 13:45 / 14:45 (40mins)
Free
Refresh your body and soul with some fantastic live music from some of Scotland's most talented young traditional musicians.
Watercolours in the Museum: Treasured
Level 5
Sun 4, Sun 11, Sun 18, Sun 25 January
13:30
Age 16+ £20 / £16 conc
Book now on 0131 225 7534 - Limit: 16 places
Join artist Karen Clulow on this relaxing 4-week course, using watercolour techniques to create beautiful images of ‘wonderful things' from Treasured.
Includes a guided tour of the exhibition. Please bring your own materials.
National Museum of Rural Life
Advent Art
Sun 30 November
14:00-16:00
Free with admission
Christmas Fair
Sun 14 December
10:00 - 17:00
Adult £6, Conc £5, Child free
Festive fun on the farm! Come and visit
the animals and take part in our Christmas craft workshops. You can even give
your wish list to Santa!
Christmas Wreath Workshops
Sat 20 December
11:00 - 13:00
Free with admission
National Museum of Costume
The National Museum of Costume is now closed to the public and will re-open on 1 April with Jean Muir: A Fashion Icon opening on 3 April.
National Museum of Flight
Supersonic Christmas
Sat 20 - Wed 24 December
12:00 - 16:00
Kids
£5, Adults included in admission.
Book now
Come and visit Santa in his jet stream airplane!
Museum addresses:
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers St, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
National War Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG
National Museum of Costume, Shambellie House, New Abbey, Dumfriesshire,
DG2 8HQ
National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian EH39 5LF
National Museum of Rural Life, Wester Kittochside, Philipshill Rd (off Stewartfield Way), East Kilbride, G76 9HR
For booking, opening times and location details, contact National Museums Scotland on 0131 247 4422/www.nms.ac.uk
Made in Scotland, from stories. Scotland: A Changing
Nation. Opens 11 July
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