IpswIch MuseuMs What’s On October 2018 - March 2019 8 1 0 2 n o d n o L , e t a T © , s s i K e h T , n i d o R e t s u g u A Ipswich Museums 2/ IPSWICH MUSEUM this fascinating and unique museum gives 3 FREE you the opportunity to meet the famous 1 ENTRY woolly mammoth and go on a journey 2 through Suffolk’s past. From the ancient egyptians to the romans, to the anglo- Sailmakers Shopping Centre Saxons and the victorians, there is a lot to explore. the original museum was founded in High Street, Ipswich, 1846 before moving to the current building in Buttermarket Shopping 1882. the Museum has always promoted the Centre IP1 3QH 01473 433551 arts and sciences. OPENINg TImES DON’T mISS: tuesday-Saturday: 10am-5pm • Wool-I-am the Mammoth Sunday: 11am-5pm • rosie the rhino • victorian Natural history Gallery • Ogilvie british bird Gallery 1/ CHRISTCHURCH MANSION • egyptian Gallery Situated in the stunning surroundings of • World cultures Gallery christchurch Park, this tudor mansion boasts 500 years of history and is one of Suffolk’s most treasured buildings. the 3/ IPSWICH ART GALLERY Mansion was built on the site of the holy trinity Priory in the 1500s and passed Located next to the Museum, Ipswich art through many hands over the years. In Gallery displays exhibitions of international importance and provides a stage for local Soane Street, 1894 Felix cobbold presented it to the artists to show their work and to showcase Ipswich, IP4 2BE town, meaning you can explore this the region’s artistic talents. With a changing 01473 433554 magnificent building. cycle of temporary exhibitions, there is always something new and fascinating to see OPENINg TImES at Ipswich art Gallery. DON’T mISS: 1 Upper High Street, March-OctOber • Kiss and tell: rodin and Suffolk Sculpture Ipswich, IP1 3NE tuesday-Saturday: 10am-5pm exhibition 01473 433681 Sunday: 11am-5pm • Suffolk artists Gallery UPCOmINg EXHIBITIONS: • Works by Gainsborough and constable • Women 100 NOveMber-February • the victorian wing OPENINg TImES • Marvellous Machines tuesday-Saturday: 10am-4pm • the tudor kitchen tuesday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 11am-4pm Sunday: 11am-5pm 2 3 chrIsTchurch MansIon Kiss and Tell: Rodin and Suffolk Sculpture 24 November 2018 - Sunday 28 April 2019 This winter, join us in Ipswich for what woolner, ellen Mary rope, henry will be east anglia’s once in a lifetime Moore, Maggi hambling and elisabeth landmark exhibition. Discover the tale Frink. on display together for the first behind the lovers in auguste rodin’s time will be life drawings by John iconic life-size marble sculpture The Kiss constable, while artefacts from our and the work of literature that inspired it. world cultures collection will show how This monumental artwork, on loan from bodies have been depicted across the the Tate, is a significant piece in the world. history of sculpture. explore the halls and galleries of several of rodin’s sculptures on loan christchurch Mansion to uncover one from the Tate and east anglian of the most enduring themes in art – the museums and galleries will be displayed human figure. in this major exhibition, including Free admission portrait sculptures of French novelist honoré de Balzac and two more of rodin’s sculptures inspired by movement and dance. Discover depictions of the body in its natural state and in movement, through sculptures and life drawings from the Ipswich collection, including works by pre-raphaelite sculptor Thomas 8 1 0 2 n o d n o L , e t There is a a T © , s s i story behind K e h T , n i every kiss ... d o R e t s u g u 4 A 5 waTerFronT BuIlDIng, unIversITy oF suFFolK Artist-led Workshops Rodin Study Day Develop techniques and create new work through free artist-led workshops. Saturday 2 march 2019 suitable for all levels of ability. Delve deeper into the work of rodin and join us for a day of chrIsTchurch MansIon fascinating talks as we invite Drawing the Figure top speakers to discuss Wednesday 23 January 2019 themes from Kiss and Tell: explore different techniques and rodin and suffolk sculpture. develop your skills in capturing the Talks will be followed by a human form in this drawing workshop. private, afterhours view of the exhibition. 2-4.30pm | Free | call to book chrIsTchurch MansIon 11am-5pm | £22 per person - Sketch Sundays chrIsTchurch MansIon lunch included | Book online First Sunday of the month Introduction to Sculpture on the first sunday of the month from Wednesday 27 February 2019 December to april, be inspired by art explore sculptural techniques through and use the gallery space to draw, write clay and create your own response to or create your own response to the works in the gallery. sculpture on display, including rodin’s The Kiss. share your work with us using Be My Valentine 2-4.30pm | Free | call to book @IpswichMuseums. chrIsTchurch MansIon Late Night Cinema and 11am-4pm | Drop in Chocolate Workshop Friday 15 February 2019 Join us for a night of romance at christchurch Mansion, inspired by The chrIsTchurch MansIon Kiss. start your evening by shaping Family Yoga: your own chocolate creations, then Inspired by Sculpture settle down to a late night showing of Sundays 10 march & 24 march 2019 ghost - the best movie to combine Build a healthy body and mind with yoga for all the pottery and romance. not feeling the family. These specially designed taster sessions will love? Bring your mates for the perfect explore the theme of sculpture and works by rodin. valentine’s date alternative. 10am-11am | Free | 3+ | call to book 7-11pm | £16.50 per person | 18+ Book online 6 7 IPSWICH ART GALLERY COmINg SUmmER 2019 Be captivated by amazing automata with a summer exhibition for all ages, combining quirky modern machines Women 100 Marvellous and fun interactive contraptions. 8 DECEmBER 2018 - 5 APRIL 2019 The automata are on tour from cabaret Machines Mechanical Theatre, whose exhibits have recently been enjoyed as far afield IpswIch arT gallery as china, Korea, and the usa. 22 June - 31 October 2019 Free admission To mark the 100 year anniversary of the society of women artists, anna the representation of the people act airy, the first president of the Ipswich that first gave some women the right art society, and sculptures by ellen to vote, we are showing 100 artworks Mary rope. by women from the Ipswich come and view a unique collection of collections. First world war pastel sketches by Discover artwork by artists from the Blanche g vulliamy that reveal 1700s to present day, including the london streets 1916-1918. work of suffolk suffragette amy contemporary artists Maggi K Browning. hambling, Jelly green and more will other highlights will include paintings also be on show. by rose Mead, an active member of Free admission 8 9 mAgIC mOmENTS comes to Ipswich this October half term, bringing a bewitching celebration of magical happenings, wizardry, illusion and conjuring. The Look Sideways East project brings together exciting events and activities from leading arts venues. Visit www.visiteastofengland.com for the full activity programme. IpswIch MuseuM October Science Tricks and Treats Wednesday 24 October 2018 Join our interactive science workshop to Half make your own ‘volcanic’ eruptions and create slimy mess. 10.15-11am, 11.15am-12pm, 2.15-3pm | Term £3.30 per child | 7-11 | Book online new wolsey TheaTre Charlie Caper and malin Nilsson Present minor miracles Wednesday 24 October 2018 IpswIch MuseuM she is the glorious enfant terrible of magic. he is a gentleman hobo, a conjuror Catching Dreams chrIsTchurch MansIon extraordinaire. all the way from sweden, caper and nilsson bring their unique Tuesday 23 October 2018 Tales of mystery combination of magic, comedy and surrealism. ever wondered how you catch a Thursday 25 October 2018 a laugh out loud, one-of-a-kind magic show packed with world class sleight-of- dream? learn about how in native gather around our storyteller as they hand magic and topped with a pinch of confetti. winner of Best Magic award at american cultures dreamcatchers weave magical and mysterious tales the adelaide Fringe Festival 2016 "There’s something mesmerizing about sleight of are used as protective charms and using unseen artefacts from the darkest hand done well and Caper and Nilsson are masters of the art!” (The Advertiser, 2017) have a go at making your own. depths of our stores. 7.45pm | age 8+ | Duration 60 mins | Tickets £8 10.15-11am, 11.15am-12pm, 2.15-3pm | 10.15-11am, 11.15am-12pm, 2.15-3pm | www.wolseytheatre.co.uk/minor-miracles | Box office: 01473 295900 £3.30 per child | 7-11 | Book online Free | Drop in 10 11 Christmas at February Half Term IpswIch MuseuM the Mansion Animal Invasion Saturday 15 December and Sunday 16 December 2018 Tuesday 19-Thursday 21 February 2019 meet Father Christmas Festive Family Activities The live animals are back! Find out more about a range of animals, how they adapt christmas at the Mansion is a special create your own handmade cards and survive in their environments, and time and this year is no different. and presents, and listen to jolly live how humans have an impact on their Join Father christmas in his grotto music. There are lots of fun activities worlds. check out our website for more and take part in craft activities. This is to get involved in ranging from free details on the animals and exciting topics a group experience where you will to £1, so come along and join in the we will explore.