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AT A GLANCE
June – September Making Waves: Art Inspired by the Sea exhibition 14 June – 6 September (page 4) Behind the Scenes: The Secret Life of Clothes exhibition Until June 2015 (page 6) Matt Davies: For Use at Examinations Stairway exhibition Until 30 August (page 7) Preston Remembers 1914 to 1915 Stairway exhibition 12 September – 31 January (page 7) FREE Holiday Family Workshops every Tuesday to Thursday & most Saturdays from 26 July. Download leaflet from website (What’s On > For Families)
Visit harrismuseum.org.uk for • In-depth information, pictures and downloads of all exhibitions and displays • Full details of all talks, tours and workshops Keep up to date with all the latest news and information at:
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Preston Remembers Throughout 2014 and beyond
Private Fred Cooke of Preston with his family
As the date marking 100 years since the outbreak of the First World War grows near, Preston Remembers is working with and for communities to make the city’s War Memorial and what it represents forever relevant to the people living, working and growing up in Preston. The project started with the restoration of Preston’s War Memorial, a fitting focus for the city’s commemorations. Over the next three years, Preston Remembers will uncover the stories of both those who served and those who lived in Preston during the First World War. To find out more about the many activities, exhibitions and events related to the centenary taking place in Preston, go to www.prestonremembers.org.uk
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Making Waves
Art Inspired by the Sea 14 June – 6 September
John Park, Morning Tide, 1922
From stormy seas to tranquil sunny bays and busy harbours to shipwrecks, the beauty, drama and ever-changing nature of the sea and coast has long fascinated artists. Making Waves features paintings, prints and ceramics from the Harris collection that capture the unpredictable and wild beauty of the sea and our relationship with it. The exhibition draws on the Harris’ rich collection of marine paintings including work by Julius Olsson, Paul Nash, Maggi Hambling, Lubaina Himid and ceramic artist James Tower. Making Waves also features work from three contemporary artists. Mounira Al Solh‘s The Sea is a Stereo is a captivating film featuring a group of men
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Sophie Clements, There, After (film still), 2011
who reflect on their habitual swim at the beach in Beirut. Sophie Clements’ There, After seductive film installation was developed from a discussion with a particle physicist. Samson Kambalu’s St Augustine is a performative action based on the legend of St Augustine and the Little Boy. This is also the first showing of our recent joint acquisition, Ocean, by Natasha Daintry, which features 1,002 slip-cast porcelain pots. Ocean was purchased through the Contemporary Art Society’s Craft Acquisition Scheme with support from the Art Fund. Co-owned by Gallery Oldham, Harris Museum & Art Gallery Preston, Touchstones Rochdale, Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust and Nottingham City Museums and Galleries
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Behind the Scenes The Secret Life of Clothes
Until June 2015
Image by North West Museum Photography.
Go ‘behind the scenes’ to explore how the Harris’ costume and textile collection is cared for and to celebrate all the people who help – from local volunteers and students to researchers from far and wide. It’s a great chance to see the variety of treasures we look after in the museum stores, from elegant ball gowns to funky platform shoes. Find out about the work that goes on ‘behind the scenes’ and have your say on what projects the museum works on next. Better still – find out how you can get involved in all these activities and even help to make them happen by making a donation to our charity, the Friends of the Harris.
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Also Showing Matt Davies: For Use in Examinations Until 30 August Immortalising photographic snapshots in richly applied oil paint, Matt’s work achieves a raw immediacy and intuitiveness that is both fresh and intense. Image courtesty of the artist
Coming Soon Preston Remembers – 1914 to 1915 12 September – 31 January 2015 This exhibition explores the impact of the first two years of the First World War on Preston and is displayed alongside the Preston First World War Roll of Honour. Featuring eyewitness accounts, photographs, poetry, objects, memorials and film, it reveals some of the remarkable stories of the men of the regular forces, reserves and volunteers who first answered the call to arms. 1st Battalion, Loyal North Lancashire presenting their colours to Preston Town Hall, 5 August 1914. Image: Lancashire Lantern
Marian Clayden: A Dyer’s Journey through Art and Fashion 27 September – 29 November From dyeing fabrics for costumes and hangings for touring productions of the musical Hair in 1970, to producing an atelier collection of hand-dyed garments and accessories under her own label from 1981-2005, this exhibition showcases Preston-born Marian Clayden’s unique and luxurious designs.
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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. Visit our website harrismuseum.org.uk for details of dates and topics of each talk, tour or workshop.
A Taste of the Harris Every Wednesday 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 in the collection. FREE, drop in
Explore … Weekly - either Tues, Wed, Thurs, or Sat 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 new 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. FREE – (except Egyptian Balcony Tour which charges a small admission fee). Check website for booking details. 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. Full details on our website.
Family Fun 1st, 2nd & 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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Support Us Join our fan club! 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 cafe. Pick up a leaflet or read the Friends’ blog at friendsoftheharris.tumblr.com
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. We have 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. We even have a loyalty card!
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: Detail from William T Richards, After A Gale, 1903