National Gallery of Scotland Complex
National Gallery of Scotland Complex
The Mound
Edinburgh,
Midlothian EH2 2EL
Scotland
Phone: 0131 624 6200
Email:
Website: www.nationalgalleries.org
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- Opening times: Mon–Wed & Fri–Sun 10.00am–5.00; Thu 10.00am–7.00
Events at National Gallery of Scotland Complex
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Get the whole family involved in these artistic activities, inspired each month by different works from the collection. Ask at the front door of the National Galleries for the location of the Art Cart each day. Suitable for ages 3-12. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 31 Oct–2 Nov 2.00–4.00 | Free |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Figurative and abstract paintings by the German Pop Artist who is one of the most influential artists living today. Including many of his iconic works of the 1960s, which are based on magazine, newspaper and personal photographs, this is the first major retrospective of Richter's paintings to be held in Britain since 1991 and the first ever in Scotland. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 8 Nov–4 Jan 2009, not 25 Dec, 26 Dec 10.00am–5.00; Thu 10.00am–7.00 (1 Jan 2009 12.00–5.00) | 0131 624 6200 £6 (£4) |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Juliana Capes and Jennie Temple lead this descriptive tour and practical workshop. Contact Community Education Officer, Mary Kilpatrick, on 0131 624 6428 to book a place. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 10 Dec 10.00am–3.30 | Free |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Keith Hartley, Chief Curator at the Gallery of Modern Art, gives a tour of the 'Gerhard Richter' exhibition. A ticket for the exhibition is required. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 10 Nov 12.45–1.30 | 0131 624 6200 £6 (£4) |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| The renowned Scottish duo perform music for St Andrew's day. Angus Lyon plays the accordion with Ruaridh Campbell on fiddle. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 27 Nov 6.00–6.30 | Free |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Karen Dufour (tenor sax) and Michelle Melvin (alto sax) perform a programme of music inspired by the 'Footlights' exhibition. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 30 Oct 6.00–6.30 | Free |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| A tour of the National Gallery's permanent collection, with an introduction to its key pieces. Meet at the main entrance. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 25 Oct, 29 Nov 2.00–2.45 & 3.00–3.45 | Free |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| The display of the artwork of three Edinburgh communities who, inspired by the works of James Edgar, Georges Seurat and Marcel Broodthaers, were asked to 'see the future' in response to local issues. See the website for further details. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 6 Nov–18 Jan 2009 | Free |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Explore Gerhard Richter's painting techniques with Ann McCluskey. The morning session is suitable for ages 5-7, the afternoon session ages 8-11. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | Saturdays (from 29 Nov) 1.30–4.30 | 0131 624 6200 £40 per course (£10) |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Explore the use of photography, mark-making and abstraction through the works of Gerhard Richter in this four-week, artist-led course. Suitable for ages 11-15. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | Saturdays (from 29 Nov) 1.30–4.30 | 0131 624 6200 £40 per course (£10) |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Kilpatrick will take a tour of the work of the German pop artist, translated into British Sign Language by Mary Dunlop. To book, fax your details to 0131 556 5229 or text 07814 751087 by Friday 28 November. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 30 Nov 11.00am–12.00 | Free |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| The works of Gerhard Richter will be used as inspiration in this two-day painting course. Suitable for ages 16-18. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | Sundays (from 9 Nov) 10.00am–4.00 | 0131 624 6200 £40 (£10) |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| A fortnightly creative writing group in the superlatively inspiring surroundings of the National Gallery complex. All levels of experience welcome. Booking required. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 3 Nov, 17 Nov 10.30am–12.30 | 0131 624 6534 £5 |
| Location | Date | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Get closer to the smell of the grease paint with a collection from the National Galleries of Scotland of artists who have chosen to record events and performances. | ||
| National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh | 9 Aug–16 Nov 10.00am–5.00; Thu 10.00am–7.00 | Free |
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