What's on Feb - May 15

FEBRUARY – MAY 2015

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A Preston City Council Service

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EXHIBITIONS AT A GLANCE

February – May Picture the Poet Until 11 April (page 4)

The Varieties 12 February – 11 April (page 3)

Behind the Scenes: The Secret Life of Clothes Until 6 June (page 7)

Lucy Beech 2 May – 4 July (page 5)

Oculist Witnesses: Inspired by Richard Hamilton 2 May – 4 July (page 6)

Preston Goes to War 1914-15 stairway exhibition Until 11 July

Visit harrismuseum.org.uk for • In-depth information, pictures and downloads of all exhibitions and displays • Full details of all talks, tours and workshops or call us on 01772 905414 Keep up to date with all the latest news and information at:

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The Varieties 12 February – 11 April

Sean Penlington, Problem painting #2, 2014. Photograph courtesy of Rebecca Lennon, the artist and International 3.

This exhibition invites you to experience the galleries in a new way, inspired by Preston impresario, acrobat, clown and filmmaker Will Onda and the work of Harold Offeh.

Playing with the conventions of 19th and 20th century variety theatre, this exhibition also features artists Jonathan Baldock, Mark Bleakley, Andrea Booker, Stuart Edmundson, David Mackintosh, Mexico, Erkka Nissinen, Florence Peake and Sean Penlington.

Please visit our website or call us for details of events to accompany the exhibition.

This exhibition is part of the Harris’ Dance First, Think Later contemporary art programme.

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Picture the Poet Until 11 April

Lemn Sissay by Madeleine Waller © Madeleine Waller/National Portrait Gallery, London

Discover the faces behind today’s poets in this photography exhibition from the National Portrait Gallery. The portraits include Lemn Sissay, who wrote the Preston Guild anthem in 2012, Michael Rosen, Owen Sheers and Carol Ann Duffy.

Rediscover your love of poetry at one of our FREE events, including Hindi Rag and Gujarati Mushaira performances, the chance to pass on a favourite poem, plus Picture the Poet Live - a big name poet event to celebrate World Poetry Day.

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Lucy Beech 2 May – 4 July

Lucy Beech, Untitled, Film Still, 2015

This solo exhibition presents Beech's most extended film work to date. Loosely based on real events, Beech constructs an interpersonal drama that follows a female undertaker as she negotiates her way through the changing landscape of the traditional funeral business, as well as her experience as a woman among women.

Part of the Harris' Dance First, Think Later contemporary art programme.

Commissioned by Film and Video Umbrella, with the support of Harris Museum & Art Gallery, The Tetley, The Fenton Trust, The Elephant Trust and University of East London, School of Arts and Digital Industries.

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Oculist Witnesses: Inspired by Richard Hamilton 2 May – 4 July

Richard Hamilton, Oculist Witnesses, Screenprint, 1966. (L.1976.1) Courtesy of the Whitworth.

This exhibition features work inspired by the work Oculist Witnesses by Richard Hamilton, 1966, on loan to the Harris from the Whitworth Art Gallery.

Looking at ideas of ‘coming into existence’ it will include paintings, sculpture and installations by regional and national artists.

Part of the Harris' Dance First, Think Later contemporary art programme.

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Also Showing 70 Years of Pauline at the Harris Until 28 February It is 70 years since the Harris bought one of its most popular paintings, Pauline in the Yellow Dress. To commemorate the anniversary, this is a rare chance to see a selection of the many portraits Sir James Gunn painted of his wife, Pauline.

Don’t miss our FREE talk on Wed 11 February at 12.30pm

James Gunn, Pauline in the Yellow Dress, 1944

Behind the Scenes: The Secret Life of Clothes Until 6 June From elegant ball gowns to funky platform shoes and samplers, see some of the treasures we look after in our museum stores and find out how we conserve them for future generations to enjoy.

Preston's Beautiful Game Discover Preston Gallery Until 9 May Preston’s role in the history of professional football is well known. However, its roots lie in the friendly matches played on Preston’s streets, parks and fields.

Take a look at the history of amateur football in Preston through photos and fascinating objects that tell the stories of the teams and leagues from the past.

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Events Whether you are interested in art, history, fashion or ceramics and glass, we have a wide variety of talks, tours and workshops for you throughout the year!

Listed below are the types of events you can attend.

A Taste of the Harris Most Wednesdays each month plus selected Saturdays, 12.30pm; 30 minutes Get an introduction to the Harris collections, art styles, history and more with bite-sized talks and tours focusing on a theme or specific objects.

Check our website or call us on 01772 905414 for dates and topics.

FREE, drop in

Explore …

Weekly – mid-week (Wed or Thurs) or selected Saturdays, 2pm; 45 minutes to 2 hours Your chance to get closer to art, history and our collections in these in-depth talks, tours and workshops. Look out for talks by special guests as well as Harris experts.

Don’t miss our monthly What’s In the Box and Meet the Costume Champions workshops to find out more about how we look after our collections and have a go at conservation tasks yourself.

Check website or call 01772 905414 for details.

FREE – (except Egyptian Balcony Tour which charges a small admission fee).

Everything you need to know about events: dates,

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Specials Evening Talks – extend your knowledge of art and history with talks from academics, historians or artists.

Takeover days – various dates throughout the year. Celebrate festivals, auspicious dates and major exhibitions at our themed days with lots to see and do for all ages.

For details see our website or call us on 01772 905414.

Family Fun 1st, 2nd and 4th Saturdays, plus Tuesdays to Thursdays during school holidays FREE workshops to keep families with children aged 5-12 entertained! Download the leaflet from the Harris website at What’s On > For Families.

Young Harris Every month, Saturday 1-3pm Aged 12-18 and into art? Join Young Harris, unleash your creativity, and get the chance to work towards your Arts Award!

For dates and details, visit What’s On > Young People.

times & topics can be found at harrismuseum.org.uk

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Join our Fan Club!

Support us The Friends of the Harris are our biggest supporters and get exclusive benefits like advance notice, free or discounted tickets for events and 10% off in our shop and café. Pick up a leaflet or go to harrismuseum.org.uk/support-us

Exploring Victor Moody’s Crossing the Brook sketch, 1934, a purchase supported by the Friends

Keep in touch Why not join our mailing list? Email your name and address to harris.museum@preston.gov.uk with ‘Mailing List’ in the subject box or call 01772 258248 and let us know your interests.

Alternatively, you can sign up via our Facebook page.

Help us make every visit special

You can help more people benefit from what we do by making a donation to our charity, the Friends of the Harris (Reg. charity 503726) by text. Just text HARR11 followed by £3, £5 or £10 to 70070 to donate now. Thank you

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Plan your visit Access Blue Badge parking is in Jacson Street. There is level or lift access to the first and second floors and an accessible toilet. We welcome guide and assistance dogs. An induction loop is fitted throughout the galleries.

Audio guides are available on the second floor, or from any member of staff.

Bring your family Baby-changing facilities are available. As well as regular family workshops (see harrismuseum.org.uk or pick up a leaflet for details) you can find trails, Annie’s Arty bags, babies’ treasure baskets and other family activities available throughout the day in the galleries.

Ask our friendly Visitor Services Assistants for details.

Bring your group We welcome groups. Please contact us in advance to help you make the most of your visit.

Looking for a different gift?

Our shop stocks gifts for all ages including unique items you won’t find elsewhere in Preston.

Have you tried our café?

Selling locally-produced snacks and Fairtrade drinks, it’s the perfect place to meet and take a break.

10% discount for Friends' members/students.

Opening times Museum & Art Gallery Monday 11am – 5pm Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays Harris Museum Shop Monday – Saturday 9.30am – 4.30pm Harris Museum Café Monday – Saturday 10am – 4pm

Contact us Harris Museum & Art Gallery Market Square Preston PR1 2PP

T. 01772 258248 E. harris.museum@preston.gov.uk Shop/Event bookings T. 01772 905414

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Cover: Harold Offeh, High Bar, 2015