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FROM CRASH TO RECOVERY
The UK Fine Art Market c.1929 - 1960
Study Day
Thursday 31 October 2013, 10.30am - 5.30pm
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The Loves of the Artists
In Conversation with Jonathan Jones
Wednesday 9 October 2013, 5.30pm
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READERS’ AFTERNOON
Saturday 6 October 2012, 1-4pm
Find some inspiration for your Autumn reading and discover the special relationship novelists have with the books they read.
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LUNCHTIME LECTURES
Selected Wednesdays, 1.10pm.
Look out for our term-time lunchtime lecture series exploring varied topics which complement our collections or exhibition programme. These popular illustrated 50-minute lectures take place in the Barber Lecture Theatre.
FREE, no booking required
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NADFAS AT NIGHT
Music on the Grand Tour
Thursday 3 July 2014, 7 - 8.15pm
(5.45pm: Late gallery view/drinks)
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SCANDINAVIAN CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR AND FAMILY DAY
Saturday 24 November 2012, 11am-4pm
Soak up the Scandinavian spirit at this year's Barber Christmas fair. Join us for a fun-filled family day!
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HOW TO BOOK
Unless specified otherwise, booking for all our events is essential. With a regular programme of events for people of all ages, there’s always plenty for you to do at the Barber. To book a place on any of our events, or for further information, please contact education@barber.org.uk or 0121 414 2261. Please note that booking for weekend workshops closes at 4pm on the Friday before.
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CHINESE NEW YEAR FAMILY DAY
Sunday 10 February 2013
12noon - 3pm
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IN CONVERSATION…
Nicola Kalinsky
Wednesday 23 January 2013, 6pm
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Leslie Primo & his Barber Favourites *Sold Out*
Exclusive Guided Tour
Tuesday 21 October 2014, 3 - 4pm
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BEDFAS AT THE BARBER
Thursdays 19 March, 16 April, 21 May, 18 June & 23 July, 6pm
Birmingham Evening Decorative and Fine Arts Society's (BEDFAS) fascinating and enjoyable lectures now take place at the Barber each month!
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Portrait Miniatures Discovery Day
Saturday 24 January, 11am - 4pm
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‘It’s Our World’
Big Draw Family Day
Tuesday 28 October 2014
11am - 3pm
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LUNCHTIME TALKS AND TOURS
Tuesdays, 1.15pm
These weekly talks focus on exhibitions and displays, as well as including introductory and themed mini-tours of the collection. They last approximately 30 minutes so why not come along in your lunch break?
FREE, no booking required
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CATHY COME HOME
Saturday 10 November 2012, 1-4pm
A film screening and talk on this revolutionary, documentary-style film in partnership with the National Trust.
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NATIONAL TRUST WALKING FESTIVAL
Sunday 28 October 2012 10.30am OR 11.30am
Celebrate the art of walking and join us for a day of talks, walks and feasting.
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SUNDAY GALLERY TOURS
Second and Fourth Sundays of the month, 2.30pm
Find out about our collections and exhibitions in this hour-long tour. Meet in the foyer.
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War Artists Lecture Series
Inspired by our exhibition Rebel Visions
Wednesdays 19 & 26 November; 3 December
1.10 - 2pm
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LECTURE: BIRMINGHAM’S GAY HISTORY
Tuesday 26 February 2013
6.30 - 8.30pm
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The Cinematic ‘Grand Tour’
Venice and Rome with KINO10
Sunday 17 February 2013
1 - 3pm
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Galleries Night
Wednesday 3 December, 5 - 9pm
The Barber Institute, Ikon, RBSA, Parkside Gallery, Eastside Projects, mac Birmingham...
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Line, Map, Anatomy
Drawing the City
Wednesday 20 March 2013, 1.10pm
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Science & the Artist
Thursday 11 September 2014, 2 - 2.45pm
Learn about the scientific developments that shaped the paintings and sculptures in the Barber's collection.
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INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING WITH LINE AND TONE
Saturdays 21 & 28 February; 7 & 14 March, 11.30am - 4.30pm
Rediscover your love of drawing with this four-week course with Paul Bartlett RBA, RBSA
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Art & Writing
Uncovering Literature
Friday 17 October 2014, 2.30 - 3.30pm
Uncover the many connections to the literary world that exist in the Barber...
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Christmas Craft Fair and Family Day
Saturday 22 November 2014
11am - 4pm
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Understanding Art: Portrait & Place
Thursdays, 2 - 3pm
5 February: New Art Gallery, Walsall
12 February: Ikon
19 February: The Barber Institute
26 February: Wolverhampton Art Gallery
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BARBER BOOK CLUB
9 December, 13 January, 10 February, 10 March & 14 April, 2 - 3pm
Why not come along to our ever popular Book Club?
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VENICE OF THE GREEKS
The History of Hellenism in the City of Saint Mark
Evening Lecture
Thursday 3 October 2013, 5 - 6pm
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DRAWING FACTORY
Thursday 24 October 2013, 11am-3pm
The Drawing Factory is an exciting, fast-paced event where artists work in a 'factory' setting, complete with boiler suits and clocking in cards.
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EDUCATE AND CELEBRATE
Wednesday 12 February 2014, 6 – 7pm
Creating LGBT-friendly schools and workplaces
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A Little Gay History
Monday 24 February 2014, 6 - 7pm
Evening lecture as part of LGBT History Month.
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Art & Writing
WRITING THE SPECTRUM
Saturday 21 February, 1.30 - 4pm
Writing workshop with Jacqui Rowe.
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Art & Writing
OTHER DIMENSIONS
Saturday 28 March, 1.30 - 4pm
Writing workshop with Jacqui Rowe
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British Art & War 1914 – 18
One-day colloquium
Saturday 17 January, 10.30am - 4pm
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How Many Breughels Make Four?
Lunchtime Lecture
Wednesday 18 March, 1.10 - 2pm
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Postgraduate Lecture Series
Wednesdays 4 & 18 February; 4 March, 1.10 - 2pm
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BUGS, BEES, PLANTS AND TREES
Saturday 31 May 2014, 11am - 4pm (5pm Winterbourne)
Buzz along for some nature-inspired fun....
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NEW LEGENDS
Saturday 25 April, 1.30 - 4pm
Writing workshop with Jacqui Rowe
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Picasso Family Day
Tuesday 17 February 2015
11am - 3pm
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SOUND TOUR
Friday 20 March
4 - 5pm
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VISUALISING SOUND: ART & MUSIC WORKSHOP
Friday 20 March
2.30 - 4pm
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Easter Art School: Roman Coins and Medals
Wednesday 8 & Thursday 9 April 2015
11am - 12.30pm: 4 - 8 years
1.30 - 3pm: 8 - 14 years
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Friends’ Christmas Party
Thursday 4 December, 6.30 - 9pm
Featuring festive live music and entertainment in the galleries.
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Lunchtime Concerts
Fridays at 1.10pm, Barber Concert Hall
A series of free lunchtime concerts by professional musicians, taking place every Friday during term time.
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