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This month in Manchester…
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 04/08/2010 14:16:53
Three fun family activities for the holidays
SEETransformations 3What: An exhibition of oversized film packaging boxes designed by artist Leo Fitzmaurice.Why: It’s a technicolour pick-me-up. When: Until September 5, 10am–8pm (Mon–Sat), 10am–6pm (Sun).Where: The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays M50 3AZ; www.thelowry.comEATTeddy ...
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Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Wakefield
By Fiona McKim on 26/07/2011 11:22:17
Get hands-on with a day out at this open air interactive art experience
the formal environment of a gallery may be intimidating or confusing, the Yorkshire Sculpture Park encourages complete freedom and interactivity with both the art and the environment in which it is set. Encourage your child to touch and investigate the works
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Artwork for a nursery
By Suzanne Milne on 11/01/2010 18:10:50
Where to buy brilliant original artwork for your child's room…
, this is a unique central London art gallery representing the most distinguished contemporary book illustrators from around the world. Established in 1995, The Illustration Cupboard has presented a continuous schedule of events including exhibitions, themed
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Lucky Boy Sunday knitted toys
By Catherine Hudson on 13/12/2010 16:38:04
New designs from the luxury knitted toy brand at Bubble London
childrenswear trade show, held twice a year at Islington’s Business Design Centre. Combining the worlds of fashion and art, the toys are made from Alpaca wool which will withstand rigorous child’s play whilst still looking beautiful in the home.Some pieces
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Glasgow
By Words: Rachel Nouchi on 25/09/2009 17:47:00
Get a taste for the energy and artistry of this refurbished Scotland treasure
(aka The Glasgow Boys), as well as Turner Prize nominees. The gallery runs a free drop-in art workshop for children aged three to 12 on Saturdays from 10.30am to 1pm. These are held in the old rooftop café where there is also a working studio
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May/June Half-term events for Scotland
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 18/05/2011 12:50:30
Our pick of fun family activities for the half-term holidays
wonders of the seashore. Touch a real tusk, discover why a puffin’s egg can’t roll off a cliff, and more at Kelvingrove Art Gallery And Museum, Glasgow. A Palace Fit For A Queen June 4, 5 Renaissance fashions, a royal procession, court dancing and a
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Best Classic Book: Miffy At The Gallery
By Words: Catherine O'Dolan Photography: Ferry André de la Porte on 17/05/2011 16:27:44
An interview with author, Dick Bruna, who tells us about the creation of his iconic bunny girl, Miffy
At The Gallery? I often think of ideas for my books as I’m cycling to my studio in Utrecht each morning. But art galleries have always been important to me – my first visit to the big art galleries in Paris when I was 18 was completely life changing – so I always
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Museums made easy
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 05/05/2010 13:32:37
Where to have a cultural and family-friendly day out
is the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum, Coventry. The Herbert, which has collections associated with or collected for the people of Coventry, scored top marks on the Kids In Museums Manifesto’s 20 ways to make a museum family-friendly, which include being
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The insider's guide to Paris
By Junior on 03/08/2011 10:57:29
Top places in Paris for your family to visit
Marie Soudré-Richard, founder of Little Fashion Gallery and mother of Paul, four, shares family places locals love:- Café Bonpoint “I love the food at this restaurant in the amazing Bonpoint boutique. The owner is English; she also has A Priori Thé
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May/June Half-term events for the North
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 18/05/2011 12:55:44
Our pick of fun family activities for the half-term holidays
and wonder at weird wax sculptures with the Anish Kapoor: Flashback exhibition at Manchester Art Gallery, which showcases major works from across the artist’s career. A Grand Medieval Joust May 29, 30 Cheer on the knights with this medieval joust display
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