Talks and Events

Download a copy of the Events Diarypdf

DECEMBER | JANUARY | FEBRUARY | MARCH | MAY

DECEMBER 08

Saturday 13th Dec 2008, 2pm - 4pm at the Royal Cornwall Museum

Methodism: Myths, Memories and Histories

Talk/workshop

Dr Bernard Deacon and Dr Garry Tregidga Institute of Cornish Studies, University of Exeter
 This session will investigate some popular myths about Methodism in Cornwall. In particular, how was Cornish Methodism ‘Cornish’? We will compare nineteenth century biographical and census material with oral testimonies of twentieth century Methodism to assess different approaches to Cornwall’s religious heritage.

Places limited. Booking essential through the museum.
enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk

JANUARY

Saturday 31st January 2009, 2pm - 4pm at the RCM

Capturing Contemporary Cornwall, Collecting Today for Tomorrow

Object-led talk/workshop

RCM staff, supported by Institute of Cornish Studies staff
 Cornwall has always had a strong cultural identity – captured and illustrated by the extraordinary range of objects in the RIC’s collections. This workshop will explore the issue of contemporary collecting with particular reference to Cornwall. What should the RIC be collecting in order to record and present the stories of today’s Cornwall? RCM staff will present and facilitate a workshop which considers this fascinating area of collecting

.Places limited. Booking essential through the museum.
enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk

FEBRUARY

Thursday 5th February 1-2pm

Curator Lunchtime talk

The museum’s Philbrick gallery displays artworks from the permanent collection. The displays are changed each year, bringing out different paintings and sculptures for visitors to see. Come and hear about the choice of works in this year’s display.

Free, places limited, pre-booking advised
enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk

March

Monday 2nd March 2009, 4.30 and 6.30pm

Drawing Light

Using the art gallery for inspiration this drawing workshop for adults looks at artists’ approaches to capturing light and the use of light to create different moods and effects within paintings.

Tickets £3.50 (over 16s). No previous experience necessary.
Booking essential through the museum
enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk

Saturday 28th March 2009, 2pm - 4pm at the RCM

Plant-Hunting In the Museum’s Storerooms

Talk/workshop

Dr Mandy Morris and RCM staff
Research Assistant, Institute of Cornish Studies, University of Exeter; and RCM
 The Royal Cornwall Museum’s Botanical Collection includes important herbaria (collections of pressed plants) not yet accessible to the public. Based on a pilot project between ICS and RCM staff, this session illustrates the value of collections research and the ways in which it can enhance access to difficult collections.

Places limited. Booking essential through the museum.
enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk

April

Tuesday 7th April 2009, 1-2pm

British Art Medals lunchtime talk
Marcy Leavitt Bourne, writer and art historian

Experience the surprising beauty and power of the contemporary art medal.

Free. Places limited. Booking advisable through the museum
enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk

May

Saturday May 2009 at the University of Exeter Cornwall Campus, Tremough, Penryn (date to be confirmed - for further details see the ICS website)

Knowledge Transfer, the Museum and the Academy

One-day Symposium

Institute of Cornish Studies, University of Exeter
Bringing the Knowledge Transfer Project to a close, the symposium will be one both of reflection and looking forward. Exploring the implications of partnerships between ‘the museum’ and academic communities, the day will look at examples of these in practice and will help develop critical perspectives on the role of heritage in modern Cornwall. Consideration will also be given to a provisional agenda for the future of such partnerships

For more information on any of the above please call 01872 272205 ext 234 or email taryn.harris@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk

Talks and Events