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Hats off to BathVictoria Art Gallery

Knitting and CrochetFashion Museum

Family Events • Workshops • Tours • Talks

January – April 2018

British Science Week at the Roman Baths

Events for AdultsT’ai Chi on the Terrace

Weekly sessions on Tuesdays at 8am: 9 January – 13 March; 10 April – 12 June

Join weekly sessions led by qualified private instructor Paddy Nisbett.

Phone 01225 477773 to book. £4 per session.

An Introduction to Ancient Greece and Rome with George Sharpley

Saturday 3 March, 10am-4pm

The histories of ancient Greece and Rome are inextricably linked. See how these ancient languages have influenced English and how their cultures have had an impact on the modern world.

Phone 01225 477773 to book. £45/£35 Discovery Card holders and concessions.

Rise and Fall of Civilisation in Bath

Saturday 10 March, 2-5pm

Explore the history of civilised life in the city of Bath through our amazing object collection.

Free, no booking required.

Family Events

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Roman Baths

Togas and Tunics

Saturday 10 – Sunday 11 February; Saturday 17 – Sunday 18 February 10am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-4pm

Discover how the Romans dressed and try wearing a toga.

Hands-on Science

Monday 12 March – Friday 16 March 2pm-4pm

Get hands on with museum objects and discover the science behind them.

Free, no booking required.

ToursRoman Baths – Behind the Scenes

Tuesday 10 April, 2pm

Go behind the scenes to discover why and how we care for our collections. Handle fascinating objects, perhaps from your local area.

Booking essential. Phone 01225 477773 to book.

Above and Below Tour

Wednesdays at 11am: 10, 24 January; 7, 21 February; 7, 21 March; 11, 25 April

Explore the hidden Roman, Georgian and Victorian history of the site.

Suitable footwear and clothing is advised as walkways are uneven. Your tour will involve negotiating a number of steps.

Booking essential. Phone 01225 477773 to book.

Caesar’s Secrets

Monday 12 – Friday 16 February 10am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-4pm

Find out about Julius Caesar and use his secret code to create a Roman laurel crown.

Science Busking at the Roman Baths

Saturday 17 March 2pm-5pm

Investigate Roman science and technology in our amazing archaeological site.

Glorious Gardens

Monday 26 March 10am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-4pm

Celebrate Spring by creating a mini Roman garden.

World Heritage Day

Sunday 22 April

Enjoy a festival of events to celebrate World Heritage Day. Visit the website for more information about what’s on.

www.bathworldheritage.org.uk/events

All included in admission price, no need to book.Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Twilight TalksPanorama Gallery, 6.15pm-7.15pm

Royal Women: Her Majesty Queen Alexandra

Thursday 1 February

Dr Kate Strasdin, historical research consultant for the Royal Women exhibition, will share her on-going research into the wardrobe of Queen Alexandra (1844 -1925).

Jane Austen’s Pelisse

Thursday 15 February

Hilary Davidson, dress and textile historian, will examine a silk pelisse, the only known garment associated with Jane Austen (1775–1817), now held by Hampshire Cultural Trust.

Fashion MuseumFamily Events

1980s Geometric

Tuesday 27 March 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm

Inspired by our 1980s outfits, create a bright geometric collage on big paper.

All included in admission price, no need to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Top it off

Thursday 15 February 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm

Top off your outfit by creating a tiara, crown or sash. Explore our new exhibition on royal fashion.

Creative ActivitiesSaturday Sketching

Saturdays 6 January, 3 February, 3 March, 7 April 10.30am-12.30pm

Sketch the beautiful objects on display with suggestions of key spots of interest from the Fashion Museum curators.

Free with Museum entry.

1980s Geometric workshop

Bath Knitting & Crochet Guild

Saturdays 13 January, 10 February, 10 March, 14 April 10am-12pm

Free to attend (most sessions), please check website for details. All skill levels.

Attendees must be comfortable climbing stairs.

Twilight TalksPanorama Gallery, 6.15pm-7.15pm

Royal Women: Her Majesty Queen Mary

Thursday 15 March

Elly Summers, curator of the Royal Women exhibition will shine the spotlight on Queen Mary (1867-1953).

Royal Men

Thursday 29 March

Deirdre Murphy, curator at Historic Royal Palaces, will showcase fashions and dress worn by Royal men, from King Edward VII onwards.

Tickets £10 adult/£8 student, includes a glass of wine.

Book at www.bathboxoffice.org.uk

VictoriaArtGallery @VictoriaArtBath

Resident’s Discovery Card

Residents of Bath and North East Somerset can obtain free admission to the Roman Baths, Fashion Museum and Victoria Art Gallery with a Resident’s Discovery Card. Many of the events featured in this guide are free to Discovery Card holders.

See www.bathnes.gov.uk/discoverycard for more details, or follow us on Twitter: @DiscoveryCard

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Family Events

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Art Store Tours

Wednesdays 17 January, 21 February, 14 March, 18 April 12pm-12.45pm

Enjoy a curator-led tour exploring the permanent collection housed in our art stores.

Free, booking essential. Phone 01225 477232 to book.

Collection Highlight Tours

Wednesdays 10 January, 7 February, 7 March, 4 April 1pm-1.45 pm.

Discover the stories behind our artwork on display in the First Floor Gallery. with Dr. Chris Davies.

Free, no booking required.

Hats off to Bath

Wednesday 14 February 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm

Turn yourself Georgian by making hats and head-gear.

Ages 3 to 7

Go out in Style

Friday 16 February 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm

Create a sedan chair fit for a king.

Ages 6 to 11

Easter Eggstravaganza

Wednesday 28 March 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm

Create eggy crafts and cards.

Ages 3 to 11

All included in admission price, no need to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Picture Me

Wednesday 4 April 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm

Use simple collage to create an historical portrait.

Ages 3 to 11

Events for AdultsArt on Mondays

10am-11.30am

Talks for blind and visually impaired visitors. Free, no booking required.

Entertainment in Bath, Part One22 January

Mo Lancaster19 February

Entertainment in Bath, Part Two12 March

Bath Society of Artists16 April

Free Lunchtime Talks at the GuildhallWednesdays, 1.10pm-1.45pm A series of free talks to complement Entertainment in Bath (13 Jan-14 March)

Theatre and Other Amusements 14 February Andy Burden, Natural Theatre Company

Music: “at hours stolen from repose after the toiling labours of the day.” 21 February Andrew Clarke, Mayor’s Guide and local musicologist

The Daily Delights of Bath 28 February Victoria Barwell

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Bath Record OfficeToursHistory At Your Feet – a Tour of Bath Record Office

Wednesday 14 March 10.30am and 11.30am

Explore 900 years of historic archives in the Record Office strong rooms, including the new strong room 12, once Bath’s nuclear war headquarters, located in the Guildhall Basement.

Tours last 45 minutes. Booking essential.

Phone 01225 477421 or email archives@bathnes.gov.uk

Your tour will involve negotiating uneven floors, steps and low headroom.

Something Exciting is Happening...In 2019 we will reveal more of the Roman site to the public for the very first time. In addition, our new state-of-the art Learning Centre at the Roman Baths will inspire the next generation of archaeologists through hands-on activities. A new World Heritage Centre for Bath will unlock the city’s rich history for everyone.

To find out more or to donate visit: romanbaths.co.uk/archway

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