Upcoming events

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Lunchtime Talk: Leonard Beaumont Re-appraised

To celebrate the exhibition of Leonard Beaumont’s work at the Graves Gallery, Tim Dickson will discuss Beaumont’s printmaking in the context of its period.

 Talks and tours Thursday 4 July 2013 Graves Gallery

Life Drawing

Develop your drawing skills working from a nude model with support from one of our regular artist tutors.

 Hands on Friday 5 July 2013 Millennium Gallery

The Graves Art Club

Find inspiration in the Graves Gallery and try your hand at drawing, watercolour, acrylic, ink, collage, and printing.

 Hands on Friday 5 July 2013 Graves Gallery

Advanced Lino Printing

Join local artist James Green for a more advanced workshop in linocut printing.

 Hands on Saturday 6 July 2013 Graves Gallery

Chagall: Modern Master, Tate Liverpool – Talk and Tour

Join us for a tour of this remarkable artist's work, accompanied by a talk from a Tate curator.

 Friends' events Thursday 11 July 2013 Off site

Inspired by Ruskin: Behind the Scenes

Join Louise Pullen, Ruskin Curator at Museums Sheffield, for a tour behind the scenes of the Ruskin Collection.

 Talks and tours Thursday 11 July 2013 Millennium Gallery

Life Drawing

Develop your drawing skills working from a nude model with support from one of our regular artist tutors.

 Hands on Friday 12 July 2013 Millennium Gallery

The Graves Art Club

Find inspiration in the Graves Gallery and try your hand at drawing, watercolour, acrylic, ink, collage, and printing.

 Hands on Friday 12 July 2013 Graves Gallery

Beginner’s Beekeeping Experience

Get hands-on experience with expert guidance from our Museum Beekeeper in this practical beginner’s guide to the world of bees.

 Hands on Saturday 13 July 2013 Weston Park

Craft Club

Get involved in making and creating using knitting, stitching and crochet in a laid back, creative atmosphere, led by volunteer crafters.

 Hands on Monday 15 July 2013 Millennium Gallery