Exhibitions and activities
There are always exhibitions and events going on at Salford's museums and galleries so keep a look out for them here and for activities that will be happening soon.
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Shop Till You Drop (Event 2228)
Saturday 27 January to Sunday 7 September 2008
Exploring how our shopping habits have changed over the past 150 years...
Pilkington's Pottery Collection (Event 2227)
Sunday 6 January to Thursday 31 December 2009
Pilkington's Tile and Pottery Company Limited was established in 1891 and began production of tiles in 1893...
Inspired by Lowry: John Wood and Paul Harrison (Event 2482)
Saturday 26 April to Sunday 21 September 2008
In our second commission from the Inspired by Lowry series, John Wood and Paul Harrison take Lowry's seascapes as a starting point for exploring changing landscapes and horizons...
A University for the 21st Century (Event 2493)
Saturday 17 May to Sunday 17 August 2008
A photographic exhibition telling 'The University Story'...
The Ghostly Galleon (Event 2621)
Friday 6 June to Monday 30 March 2009
Sail the seven seas with the spirits of the deep at Ordsall Hall - dare you board the spooky ship and explore the galley, decks and captain's quarter? Fire the cannons, stash your bounty and keep an eye out for ghostly goings-on...
Histories Revealed (Event 2622)
Friday 6 June to Tuesday 30 September 2008
Permanent display of intriguing archaeological finds from the hall...
Photographic Portrait Prize 2007 (Event 2660)
Saturday 5 July to Sunday 21 September 2008
This international exhibition of 60 images, curated by the National Portrait Gallery, and showcases the work of emerging photographers alongside that of established professionals...
Salford by the Sea (Event 2606)
Saturday 19 July to Thursday 30 October 2008
A hands on exhibition for all the family...
So you want to be an artist? (Event 2661)
Saturday 26 July to Sunday 2 November 2008
How do you become an artist? Our interactive family exhibition helps you find out how LS Lowry and other artists created their pictures...
Victorian Souvenirs (Event 2612)
Monday 28 July to Monday 11 August 2008
The Victorians loved bringing home mementos of their trips to the seaside...
The Same Sky (Event 2607)
Monday 28 July to Sunday 26 October 2008
An exhibition by Nikki Palmer...
Salford by the Sea (Event 2614)
Tuesday 29 July to Tuesday 26 August 2008
We are creating a large piece of artwork which you can contribute to every Tuesday that will become part of the Salford by the Sea exhibition...
Mrs Brown's Washday (Event 2615)
Wednesday 30 July to Wednesday 27 August 2008
Join Mrs Brown as she shows you how the Victorian washday is done and have a go yourself!...
A Victorian summer holiday! (Event 2613)
Friday 1 August to Friday 8 August 2008
This is your chance to find out how people used to enjoy themselves at the seaside! You will have the chance to handle some real historical artefacts including (believe it or not!) a knitted bathing costume! There will also be a chance to compare seaside objects from the past with what you might use today...
Pack it in! (Event 2617)
Thursday 7 August 2008
It's time to pack! Design and personalise your own suitcase to get ready for your travels! Drop-in 10...
Lady Margaret's Portrait (Event 2631)
Friday 8 August 2008
Take a good look at the portrait in the Great Hall...
Archery (Event 2626)
Monday 11 August to Monday 25 August 2008
Test your aim with our archery session! On Mondays 11, 18 & 25 August...
Teddy Bears Picnic (Event 2632)
Wednesday 13 August 2008
Calling all under fives and their carers! Bring your teddy to Ordsall Hall for some Olympic themed fun and games...
Creatures of the Deep (Event 2618)
Thursday 14 August 2008
Find out what lurks beneath the waves in our craft session and make some scary (and not so scary) sea creatures! Drop-in 10...
The Ordsall Hall of the Future... (Event 2633)
Friday 15 August 2008
What do you think Ordsall Hall will look like in 100 years time? Help artist Michele Hawthorne to create models of a futuristic Ordsall Hall...
A Tudor Masked Ball (Event 2634)
Wednesday 20 August 2008
Prepare for a grand Tudor ball as you make masks and fans...
Nifty Footwear! (Event 2619)
Thursday 21 August 2008
Design yourself some flip flops just like you would wear on the beach! Drop-in 10...
Shadow Puppets (Event 2635)
Friday 22 August 2008
Use the ghosts of Ordsall Hall as inspiration to make ghostly shadow puppets...
Meet the Household (Event 2628)
Wednesday 27 August 2008
Who's at home today? Meet some of the characters who call Ordsall Hall their home and learn about their life in Tudor times...
The History of Ordsall Hall (Event 2642)
Wednesday 27 August 2008
The History of Ordsall Hall and its former occupants...
Beach Collage (Event 2620)
Thursday 28 August 2008
Make your own seaside scene using collage materials and your imagination...
A Head for Fashion (Event 2636)
Friday 29 August 2008
Join artist Caroline Daly as she leads an art workshop looking at hats and headwear from Tudor times right up to present day...
Roman Extravaganza! - family fun day (Event 2625)
Sunday 31 August 2008
Meet the Romans at Ordsall Hall...
Musical Sunday - family funday (Event 2611)
Sunday 31 August 2008
Relax in the tranquil surrounds of the Victorian Gallery and enjoy the sounds of talented musicians brought to you by the Friends of Salford Museums Association...
All events and details were correct at the time of publication, but please confirm with the venue or organisers before setting off.
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