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RPS International Photography Exhibition (IPE)165
Step into our captivating display and immerse yourself in the powerful narratives conveyed through the art of photography.
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Join us for an in insightful and unique tour of the museum galleries and storage areas seldom seen at the Museum of Gloucester with the Collections Team.
Step into a captivating display of incredible imagery and immerse yourself in an exploration of powerful human themes including identity, belonging, nature, environment and sustainability. The way that these artists have composed their shots plays with what reality really means when subjects are placed in front of the lens.
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Join us for a creative and inspiring workshop where you'll learn to make beautiful cyanotype postcards and gift tags—perfect with the holiday season just around the corner! In this 3-hour session (with an optional visit to the RPS IPE 165 exhibition for added inspiration), you'll explore the art of cyanotype, a historical photographic printing process, to craft unique and personal creations.
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Get creative with Christmas-themed decorations, and learn fun techniques to decorate your own cakes and cookies. Best of all, you can take your delicious creations home! Drop in anytime and stay as long as you like. Suitable for ages 4 and up, with little ones welcome too. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Get creative with Christmas-themed decorations, and learn fun techniques to decorate your own cakes and cookies. Best of all, you can take your delicious creations home! Drop in anytime and stay as long as you like. Suitable for ages 4 and up, with little ones welcome too. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Join us for an afternoon of festive fun as you craft a stunning, custom wreath from scratch. With plenty of fresh greens, ribbons, and seasonal touches to choose from, you’ll design a one-of-a-kind wreath perfect for your front door—or as a special, handmade gift!
Join us for a creative session making your own Christmas wrapping paper and gift tags—perfect for those special presents this year!
You’ll learn how to print, cut, and work with ribbon, and take all your festive creations home. While your designs dry, we’ll also be making wooden Christmas decorations.
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Join Lucius Sita, our resident auxiliary Roman soldier, for a guided introduction to Roman Glevum and the treasures, visible and hidden in the Museum of Gloucester. Why did the Romans settle here? What was ‘fast food’ for an auxiliary foot soldier? All this and more with Lucius as your guide…
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Ready for a visual adventure? The RPS International Photography Exhibition 165 at The Museum of Gloucester is here to wow you with incredible photography from all over the world.
This Valentine's Day, we embark on a journey into the enchanting love stories of two couples who discovered romance within the hallowed halls of the Museum of Gloucester: Nigel & Claire and Paul & Hazel. Their tales are woven with serendipitous chance encounters and shared passions, reminding us of the transformative power of love amidst the treasures of the museum. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of their relationships, illuminated by the warmth of Valentine's Day and the timeless allure of love.
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