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Mon 1 June 2015 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight David Cutting - An exhibition by local artist

A rare opportunity to see an exhibition of paintings of local artist David Cutting.

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Exhibition by Ric Pimentel - Derive (transient passages and varied ambiances)

Contemporary artist Ricardo Pimentel exhibits for the first time in Cambridge.

9:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight A damned serious business: Waterloo 1815, the battle and its books

The 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo is being marked in our current exhibition, featuring a selection of the Library’s books, maps and manuscripts to commemorate the most famous battle in modern European history.

9:00AM - 7:00PM

'Journeys', an exhibition by Paul Janssens

An exhibition of paintings inspired by the travels of the artist

10:00AM - 5:00PM

The Labours of Herakles

Worlds collide as an ancient hero takes his labours to colonial New Zealand in this exhibition, "The Labours of Herakles", a series of lithographs by artist Marian Maguire.

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight Diana Zwibach - The Wonderful Discoverie: Lancashire Witches, 1612-2012

After many years, Diana Zwibach revisited Lancaster Castle at the beginning of 2011, where she was once more taken by its fascinating history and the imminent 400th anniversary of the Lancashire witches trials at the castle.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

New Rhythms: Henri Gaudier-Brzeska Art, Dance and movement 1911–15

2015 marks 100 years since Henri Gaudier-Brzeska died aged 23 in the First World War. His sculpture and drawings reveal an artist constantly experimenting as he sought to capture through art the energy he saw in life.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

Whitney McVeigh inventory: invisible companion

Whitney McVeigh is making a new installation for St. Peter’s Church, next to Kettle’s Yard. Her compelling work explores the presence of history, collective memory and the nature of mark making as a human imprint.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Circuit curates: Gaudier-Brzeska

The Circuit group are curating a display in Helen’s bedroom in Kettle’s Yard that explores the artist’s fascination with birds. The display includes sculptures, ink drawings and sketchbooks.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Contemporary Drawings

To complement New Rhythms, drawings by ten contemporary artists can be found in the house. They range from dynamic sketches to drawings from life, reflecting some of the subjects and approaches to be found in Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s celebrated drawings. Artists include Aleana Egan, Antony Gormley, Thomas Houseago and Rachel Howard.

Tue 2 June 2015 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight David Cutting - An exhibition by local artist

A rare opportunity to see an exhibition of paintings of local artist David Cutting.

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Exhibition by Ric Pimentel - Derive (transient passages and varied ambiances)

Contemporary artist Ricardo Pimentel exhibits for the first time in Cambridge.

9:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight A damned serious business: Waterloo 1815, the battle and its books

The 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo is being marked in our current exhibition, featuring a selection of the Library’s books, maps and manuscripts to commemorate the most famous battle in modern European history.

9:00AM - 7:00PM

'Journeys', an exhibition by Paul Janssens

An exhibition of paintings inspired by the travels of the artist

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Painting a summer bouquet

3-day Course Painting a Summer Bouquet in Watercolour with Reinhild Raistrick 2nd - 4th June 2015

10:00AM - 5:00PM

A Young Man’s Progress

An impressive display of five modern photographic recreations - printed to large scale - telling the fictional story of Matthew Smith, a young man from North London, who is obsessed with clothes. The modern photographs are based upon images commissioned between 1520 and 1560 by Matthäus Schwarz, one of the most committed fashion innovators of his time.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Close-up and personal: Eighteenth-century gold boxes from the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection

Fashionable among both men and women, these exquisite and elegant containers were one of the most popular accessories in 18th century Europe. They were often used to hold snuff (a scented preparation of powdered tobacco) or sweetmeats. The most lavish and precious boxes were the choice present of royalty and exemplify court culture and fashion en miniature.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

David Kindersley – Alphabetician, The Hidden Face of Lettering

A display to mark the Centenary of David Kindersley, letter carver and typeface designer of great originality and skill, whose work includes the iconic British Library gates and street sign lettering across the length and breadth of Britain.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Modern heroism: printmaking and the legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte

An exhibition to mark the 200th anniversary of Napoleon’s defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. Highlights of the exhibition include prints by Charlet and Raffet, who contributed to Napoleon’s heroic legacy through glorifying war and military personnel; works by Delacroix and Gericault that respond to the drama and tragedy of the period; and satirical prints by Daumier.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Moonstrips: Eduardo Paolozzi and the printed collage 1965-72

Eduardo Paolozzi’s use of found images and words cut from popular magazines and scientific journals played a formative role in the development of British art in the 1950s and 60s. He adapted the technique of collage to printed media in spectacular sets – often seen as highlights of Pop Art.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

The Labours of Herakles

Worlds collide as an ancient hero takes his labours to colonial New Zealand in this exhibition, "The Labours of Herakles", a series of lithographs by artist Marian Maguire.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Treasured Possessions from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment

A dazzling journey through the decorative arts: from the hand-crafted luxuries of the Renaissance to the first stirrings of mass commerce in the Enlightenment.

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight Diana Zwibach - The Wonderful Discoverie: Lancashire Witches, 1612-2012

After many years, Diana Zwibach revisited Lancaster Castle at the beginning of 2011, where she was once more taken by its fascinating history and the imminent 400th anniversary of the Lancashire witches trials at the castle.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

New Rhythms: Henri Gaudier-Brzeska Art, Dance and movement 1911–15

2015 marks 100 years since Henri Gaudier-Brzeska died aged 23 in the First World War. His sculpture and drawings reveal an artist constantly experimenting as he sought to capture through art the energy he saw in life.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

Whitney McVeigh inventory: invisible companion

Whitney McVeigh is making a new installation for St. Peter’s Church, next to Kettle’s Yard. Her compelling work explores the presence of history, collective memory and the nature of mark making as a human imprint.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Circuit curates: Gaudier-Brzeska

The Circuit group are curating a display in Helen’s bedroom in Kettle’s Yard that explores the artist’s fascination with birds. The display includes sculptures, ink drawings and sketchbooks.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Contemporary Drawings

To complement New Rhythms, drawings by ten contemporary artists can be found in the house. They range from dynamic sketches to drawings from life, reflecting some of the subjects and approaches to be found in Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s celebrated drawings. Artists include Aleana Egan, Antony Gormley, Thomas Houseago and Rachel Howard.

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Judaeo-Masonic-Bolshevik Conspiracy in Spain 1931-36

A public lecture by Dr Christopher Bannister (European University Institute). This event will be followed by a wine reception. This is part of a series of public talks from the Leverhulme-funded project Conspiracy and Democracy. More information at http://www.conspiracyanddemocracy.org

6:30PM - 8:30PM

Humanitarian Centre networking event

The Humanitarian Centre would like to invite you to a networking event.

7:15PM - 8:15PM

University social club swimming Cancelled

This event has been cancelled. Lane swimming available every Tuesday for University and non-University individuals

Wed 3 June 2015 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight David Cutting - An exhibition by local artist

A rare opportunity to see an exhibition of paintings of local artist David Cutting.

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Exhibition by Ric Pimentel - Derive (transient passages and varied ambiances)

Contemporary artist Ricardo Pimentel exhibits for the first time in Cambridge.

9:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight A damned serious business: Waterloo 1815, the battle and its books

The 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo is being marked in our current exhibition, featuring a selection of the Library’s books, maps and manuscripts to commemorate the most famous battle in modern European history.

9:00AM - 7:00PM

'Journeys', an exhibition by Paul Janssens

An exhibition of paintings inspired by the travels of the artist

10:00AM - 5:00PM

A Young Man’s Progress

An impressive display of five modern photographic recreations - printed to large scale - telling the fictional story of Matthew Smith, a young man from North London, who is obsessed with clothes. The modern photographs are based upon images commissioned between 1520 and 1560 by Matthäus Schwarz, one of the most committed fashion innovators of his time.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Close-up and personal: Eighteenth-century gold boxes from the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection

Fashionable among both men and women, these exquisite and elegant containers were one of the most popular accessories in 18th century Europe. They were often used to hold snuff (a scented preparation of powdered tobacco) or sweetmeats. The most lavish and precious boxes were the choice present of royalty and exemplify court culture and fashion en miniature.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

David Kindersley – Alphabetician, The Hidden Face of Lettering

A display to mark the Centenary of David Kindersley, letter carver and typeface designer of great originality and skill, whose work includes the iconic British Library gates and street sign lettering across the length and breadth of Britain.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Modern heroism: printmaking and the legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte

An exhibition to mark the 200th anniversary of Napoleon’s defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. Highlights of the exhibition include prints by Charlet and Raffet, who contributed to Napoleon’s heroic legacy through glorifying war and military personnel; works by Delacroix and Gericault that respond to the drama and tragedy of the period; and satirical prints by Daumier.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Moonstrips: Eduardo Paolozzi and the printed collage 1965-72

Eduardo Paolozzi’s use of found images and words cut from popular magazines and scientific journals played a formative role in the development of British art in the 1950s and 60s. He adapted the technique of collage to printed media in spectacular sets – often seen as highlights of Pop Art.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

The Labours of Herakles

Worlds collide as an ancient hero takes his labours to colonial New Zealand in this exhibition, "The Labours of Herakles", a series of lithographs by artist Marian Maguire.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Treasured Possessions from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment

A dazzling journey through the decorative arts: from the hand-crafted luxuries of the Renaissance to the first stirrings of mass commerce in the Enlightenment.

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight Diana Zwibach - The Wonderful Discoverie: Lancashire Witches, 1612-2012

After many years, Diana Zwibach revisited Lancaster Castle at the beginning of 2011, where she was once more taken by its fascinating history and the imminent 400th anniversary of the Lancashire witches trials at the castle.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

New Rhythms: Henri Gaudier-Brzeska Art, Dance and movement 1911–15

2015 marks 100 years since Henri Gaudier-Brzeska died aged 23 in the First World War. His sculpture and drawings reveal an artist constantly experimenting as he sought to capture through art the energy he saw in life.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

Whitney McVeigh inventory: invisible companion

Whitney McVeigh is making a new installation for St. Peter’s Church, next to Kettle’s Yard. Her compelling work explores the presence of history, collective memory and the nature of mark making as a human imprint.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Circuit curates: Gaudier-Brzeska

The Circuit group are curating a display in Helen’s bedroom in Kettle’s Yard that explores the artist’s fascination with birds. The display includes sculptures, ink drawings and sketchbooks.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Contemporary Drawings

To complement New Rhythms, drawings by ten contemporary artists can be found in the house. They range from dynamic sketches to drawings from life, reflecting some of the subjects and approaches to be found in Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s celebrated drawings. Artists include Aleana Egan, Antony Gormley, Thomas Houseago and Rachel Howard.

5:00PM

Highlight Kingsley Martin memorial lecture

Professor Mrinalini Sinha of the University of Michigan will speak on 'The political in question: abolitionism in India's twentieth century'. There will be a reception afterwards.

6:15PM - 9:15PM

Highlight Pandemic! The global threat of deadly diseases

Pandemic! The global threat of deadly diseases is a Science and Society event organised by EMBL-EBI and held at the Cambridge Union Society. An evening of talks and lively discussion about the global spread of infectious diseases, with expert speakers that work on pathogen evolution, genetics and immunology. www.ebi.ac.uk/about/events/science-and-society-2015

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Life clubs - Self improvement workshops Cancelled

This event has been cancelled. Life clubs was created in 2004 by Nina Grunfeld, best-selling author of The Life Book. Sessions are every Wednesday.

Thu 4 June 2015 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight David Cutting - An exhibition by local artist

A rare opportunity to see an exhibition of paintings of local artist David Cutting.

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Exhibition by Ric Pimentel - Derive (transient passages and varied ambiances)

Contemporary artist Ricardo Pimentel exhibits for the first time in Cambridge.

9:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight A damned serious business: Waterloo 1815, the battle and its books

The 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo is being marked in our current exhibition, featuring a selection of the Library’s books, maps and manuscripts to commemorate the most famous battle in modern European history.

9:00AM - 7:00PM

'Journeys', an exhibition by Paul Janssens

An exhibition of paintings inspired by the travels of the artist

10:00AM - 5:00PM

A Young Man’s Progress

An impressive display of five modern photographic recreations - printed to large scale - telling the fictional story of Matthew Smith, a young man from North London, who is obsessed with clothes. The modern photographs are based upon images commissioned between 1520 and 1560 by Matthäus Schwarz, one of the most committed fashion innovators of his time.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Close-up and personal: Eighteenth-century gold boxes from the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection

Fashionable among both men and women, these exquisite and elegant containers were one of the most popular accessories in 18th century Europe. They were often used to hold snuff (a scented preparation of powdered tobacco) or sweetmeats. The most lavish and precious boxes were the choice present of royalty and exemplify court culture and fashion en miniature.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

David Kindersley – Alphabetician, The Hidden Face of Lettering

A display to mark the Centenary of David Kindersley, letter carver and typeface designer of great originality and skill, whose work includes the iconic British Library gates and street sign lettering across the length and breadth of Britain.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Modern heroism: printmaking and the legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte

An exhibition to mark the 200th anniversary of Napoleon’s defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. Highlights of the exhibition include prints by Charlet and Raffet, who contributed to Napoleon’s heroic legacy through glorifying war and military personnel; works by Delacroix and Gericault that respond to the drama and tragedy of the period; and satirical prints by Daumier.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Moonstrips: Eduardo Paolozzi and the printed collage 1965-72

Eduardo Paolozzi’s use of found images and words cut from popular magazines and scientific journals played a formative role in the development of British art in the 1950s and 60s. He adapted the technique of collage to printed media in spectacular sets – often seen as highlights of Pop Art.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

The Labours of Herakles

Worlds collide as an ancient hero takes his labours to colonial New Zealand in this exhibition, "The Labours of Herakles", a series of lithographs by artist Marian Maguire.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Treasured Possessions from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment

A dazzling journey through the decorative arts: from the hand-crafted luxuries of the Renaissance to the first stirrings of mass commerce in the Enlightenment.

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight Diana Zwibach - The Wonderful Discoverie: Lancashire Witches, 1612-2012

After many years, Diana Zwibach revisited Lancaster Castle at the beginning of 2011, where she was once more taken by its fascinating history and the imminent 400th anniversary of the Lancashire witches trials at the castle.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

New Rhythms: Henri Gaudier-Brzeska Art, Dance and movement 1911–15

2015 marks 100 years since Henri Gaudier-Brzeska died aged 23 in the First World War. His sculpture and drawings reveal an artist constantly experimenting as he sought to capture through art the energy he saw in life.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

Whitney McVeigh inventory: invisible companion

Whitney McVeigh is making a new installation for St. Peter’s Church, next to Kettle’s Yard. Her compelling work explores the presence of history, collective memory and the nature of mark making as a human imprint.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Circuit curates: Gaudier-Brzeska

The Circuit group are curating a display in Helen’s bedroom in Kettle’s Yard that explores the artist’s fascination with birds. The display includes sculptures, ink drawings and sketchbooks.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Contemporary Drawings

To complement New Rhythms, drawings by ten contemporary artists can be found in the house. They range from dynamic sketches to drawings from life, reflecting some of the subjects and approaches to be found in Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s celebrated drawings. Artists include Aleana Egan, Antony Gormley, Thomas Houseago and Rachel Howard.

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Free lunchtime recitals

Free lunchtime recital series

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Virtue and Virility: Images of Male Sexuality in Early Nineteenth-Century France

Dr Andrew Counter, Lecturer in 19th Century French Studies at King's College, London is a Visiting Scholar at the University of Cambridge Centre for Gender Studies during Easter Term 2015

Fri 5 June 2015 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight David Cutting - An exhibition by local artist

A rare opportunity to see an exhibition of paintings of local artist David Cutting.

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Exhibition by Ric Pimentel - Derive (transient passages and varied ambiances)

Contemporary artist Ricardo Pimentel exhibits for the first time in Cambridge.

8:30AM - 6:00PM

Africa Together 2015

Commemorating Africa Day, the day-long programme will feature eminent speakers in panels ranging from women in leadership to education, media, entrepreneurship and the arts. There will also be a West African lunch provided by Eko Kitchen, and an opportunity to network with speakers and potential employers.

9:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight A damned serious business: Waterloo 1815, the battle and its books

The 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo is being marked in our current exhibition, featuring a selection of the Library’s books, maps and manuscripts to commemorate the most famous battle in modern European history.

9:00AM - 7:00PM

'Journeys', an exhibition by Paul Janssens

An exhibition of paintings inspired by the travels of the artist

10:00AM - 5:00PM

A Young Man’s Progress

An impressive display of five modern photographic recreations - printed to large scale - telling the fictional story of Matthew Smith, a young man from North London, who is obsessed with clothes. The modern photographs are based upon images commissioned between 1520 and 1560 by Matthäus Schwarz, one of the most committed fashion innovators of his time.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Close-up and personal: Eighteenth-century gold boxes from the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection

Fashionable among both men and women, these exquisite and elegant containers were one of the most popular accessories in 18th century Europe. They were often used to hold snuff (a scented preparation of powdered tobacco) or sweetmeats. The most lavish and precious boxes were the choice present of royalty and exemplify court culture and fashion en miniature.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

David Kindersley – Alphabetician, The Hidden Face of Lettering

A display to mark the Centenary of David Kindersley, letter carver and typeface designer of great originality and skill, whose work includes the iconic British Library gates and street sign lettering across the length and breadth of Britain.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Modern heroism: printmaking and the legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte

An exhibition to mark the 200th anniversary of Napoleon’s defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. Highlights of the exhibition include prints by Charlet and Raffet, who contributed to Napoleon’s heroic legacy through glorifying war and military personnel; works by Delacroix and Gericault that respond to the drama and tragedy of the period; and satirical prints by Daumier.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Moonstrips: Eduardo Paolozzi and the printed collage 1965-72

Eduardo Paolozzi’s use of found images and words cut from popular magazines and scientific journals played a formative role in the development of British art in the 1950s and 60s. He adapted the technique of collage to printed media in spectacular sets – often seen as highlights of Pop Art.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

The Labours of Herakles

Worlds collide as an ancient hero takes his labours to colonial New Zealand in this exhibition, "The Labours of Herakles", a series of lithographs by artist Marian Maguire.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Treasured Possessions from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment

A dazzling journey through the decorative arts: from the hand-crafted luxuries of the Renaissance to the first stirrings of mass commerce in the Enlightenment.

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight Diana Zwibach - The Wonderful Discoverie: Lancashire Witches, 1612-2012

After many years, Diana Zwibach revisited Lancaster Castle at the beginning of 2011, where she was once more taken by its fascinating history and the imminent 400th anniversary of the Lancashire witches trials at the castle.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

New Rhythms: Henri Gaudier-Brzeska Art, Dance and movement 1911–15

2015 marks 100 years since Henri Gaudier-Brzeska died aged 23 in the First World War. His sculpture and drawings reveal an artist constantly experimenting as he sought to capture through art the energy he saw in life.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

Whitney McVeigh inventory: invisible companion

Whitney McVeigh is making a new installation for St. Peter’s Church, next to Kettle’s Yard. Her compelling work explores the presence of history, collective memory and the nature of mark making as a human imprint.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Circuit curates: Gaudier-Brzeska

The Circuit group are curating a display in Helen’s bedroom in Kettle’s Yard that explores the artist’s fascination with birds. The display includes sculptures, ink drawings and sketchbooks.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Contemporary Drawings

To complement New Rhythms, drawings by ten contemporary artists can be found in the house. They range from dynamic sketches to drawings from life, reflecting some of the subjects and approaches to be found in Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s celebrated drawings. Artists include Aleana Egan, Antony Gormley, Thomas Houseago and Rachel Howard.

5:00PM - 6:00PM

2015 Alcuin Lecture - 'Our infinite Scotland small?' Choosing worlds to join.

With Neal Ascherson on the historical connections between Scotland and Europe, how they can be exploited in the present context, and the importance of re-establishing an active and distinct ‘European identity’ for Scotland in the next few years.

6:00PM - 7:00PM

Hughes Hall Margaret Wileman Concert Series: JS Bach Goldberg Variations

Harpsichordist Dan Tidhar will perform J S Bach’s Goldberg Variations in the Pavilion Room.

6:00PM - 8:00PM

The power of the image in liberated France, 1944-1946

A Clare Hall Special Lecture delivered by Sir Charles Chadwych-Healey on the topic of post-war French literature and visual culture.

6:00PM - 8:00PM

The practice sessions – drawing movement

Join artist Jevan Watkins Jones and dance artist Debbie Watkins Jones for an exclusive life-drawing session.

Sat 6 June 2015 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight David Cutting - An exhibition by local artist

A rare opportunity to see an exhibition of paintings of local artist David Cutting.

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Exhibition by Ric Pimentel - Derive (transient passages and varied ambiances)

Contemporary artist Ricardo Pimentel exhibits for the first time in Cambridge.

9:00AM - 4:30PM

Highlight A damned serious business: Waterloo 1815, the battle and its books

The 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo is being marked in our current exhibition, featuring a selection of the Library’s books, maps and manuscripts to commemorate the most famous battle in modern European history.

10:00AM - 1:00PM

The Labours of Herakles

Worlds collide as an ancient hero takes his labours to colonial New Zealand in this exhibition, "The Labours of Herakles", a series of lithographs by artist Marian Maguire.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

A Young Man’s Progress

An impressive display of five modern photographic recreations - printed to large scale - telling the fictional story of Matthew Smith, a young man from North London, who is obsessed with clothes. The modern photographs are based upon images commissioned between 1520 and 1560 by Matthäus Schwarz, one of the most committed fashion innovators of his time.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Close-up and personal: Eighteenth-century gold boxes from the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection

Fashionable among both men and women, these exquisite and elegant containers were one of the most popular accessories in 18th century Europe. They were often used to hold snuff (a scented preparation of powdered tobacco) or sweetmeats. The most lavish and precious boxes were the choice present of royalty and exemplify court culture and fashion en miniature.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

David Kindersley – Alphabetician, The Hidden Face of Lettering

A display to mark the Centenary of David Kindersley, letter carver and typeface designer of great originality and skill, whose work includes the iconic British Library gates and street sign lettering across the length and breadth of Britain.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Modern heroism: printmaking and the legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte

An exhibition to mark the 200th anniversary of Napoleon’s defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. Highlights of the exhibition include prints by Charlet and Raffet, who contributed to Napoleon’s heroic legacy through glorifying war and military personnel; works by Delacroix and Gericault that respond to the drama and tragedy of the period; and satirical prints by Daumier.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Moonstrips: Eduardo Paolozzi and the printed collage 1965-72

Eduardo Paolozzi’s use of found images and words cut from popular magazines and scientific journals played a formative role in the development of British art in the 1950s and 60s. He adapted the technique of collage to printed media in spectacular sets – often seen as highlights of Pop Art.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Treasured Possessions from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment

A dazzling journey through the decorative arts: from the hand-crafted luxuries of the Renaissance to the first stirrings of mass commerce in the Enlightenment.

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight Gwen Raverat: An exhibition of work

An exhibition of work by Gwen Raverat (1885 – 1957) at Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge

11:30AM - 5:00PM

New Rhythms: Henri Gaudier-Brzeska Art, Dance and movement 1911–15

2015 marks 100 years since Henri Gaudier-Brzeska died aged 23 in the First World War. His sculpture and drawings reveal an artist constantly experimenting as he sought to capture through art the energy he saw in life.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

Whitney McVeigh inventory: invisible companion

Whitney McVeigh is making a new installation for St. Peter’s Church, next to Kettle’s Yard. Her compelling work explores the presence of history, collective memory and the nature of mark making as a human imprint.

12:00PM

New rhythms: live dance

Three performances of the new music and dance commission for New Rhythms by dancer and choreographer Malgorzata Dzierzon (formerly Ballet Rambert).

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Circuit curates: Gaudier-Brzeska

The Circuit group are curating a display in Helen’s bedroom in Kettle’s Yard that explores the artist’s fascination with birds. The display includes sculptures, ink drawings and sketchbooks.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Contemporary Drawings

To complement New Rhythms, drawings by ten contemporary artists can be found in the house. They range from dynamic sketches to drawings from life, reflecting some of the subjects and approaches to be found in Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s celebrated drawings. Artists include Aleana Egan, Antony Gormley, Thomas Houseago and Rachel Howard.

2:00PM

New rhythms: live dance

Three performances of the new music and dance commission for New Rhythms by dancer and choreographer Malgorzata Dzierzon (formerly Ballet Rambert).

2:00PM - 4:00PM

Family first Saturdays

Visit our Fitz Family Welcome Point and collect materials to use in the Museum.

4:00PM

New rhythms: live dance

Three performances of the new music and dance commission for New Rhythms by dancer and choreographer Malgorzata Dzierzon (formerly Ballet Rambert).

6:00PM - 8:00PM

Evening talk & film screening: Savage Messiah

A talk about Gaudier-Brzeska’s life by Dr Evelyn Silber, author of the Gaudier-Brzeska catalogue raisonné, followed by a screening of the Ken Russell film Savage Messiah (1972), which immortalised the artist.

7:30PM - 9:30PM

Academy of Great St. Mary's orchestral and choral concert

Academy of Great St. Mary's orchestral and choral concert

7:30PM - 10:00PM

Highlight Violin concert by Steve Bingham - Violin, electric violin and live looping

'Lines and Loops' - an eclectic mix of music for violin,

Sun 7 June 2015 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight David Cutting - An exhibition by local artist

A rare opportunity to see an exhibition of paintings of local artist David Cutting.

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Exhibition by Ric Pimentel - Derive (transient passages and varied ambiances)

Contemporary artist Ricardo Pimentel exhibits for the first time in Cambridge.

9:00AM - 9:00PM

Germans in Britain

There is more to Anglo-German relations than war and football. Germans have had an immense impact on British life over the centuries. Find out how British sport, science, banks, businesses, music, monarchs, art and design have all been shaped by their German connections.

10:00AM - 6:00PM

Highlight Gwen Raverat: An exhibition of work

An exhibition of work by Gwen Raverat (1885 – 1957) at Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge

11:30AM - 5:00PM

New Rhythms: Henri Gaudier-Brzeska Art, Dance and movement 1911–15

2015 marks 100 years since Henri Gaudier-Brzeska died aged 23 in the First World War. His sculpture and drawings reveal an artist constantly experimenting as he sought to capture through art the energy he saw in life.

11:30AM - 5:00PM

Whitney McVeigh inventory: invisible companion

Whitney McVeigh is making a new installation for St. Peter’s Church, next to Kettle’s Yard. Her compelling work explores the presence of history, collective memory and the nature of mark making as a human imprint.

12:00PM - 4:00PM

Family drop-in animation workshop

Join us in the Learning Studio and make animations inspired by the New Rhythms exhibition. Watch your drawings become a stop motion film with help from artist Karolina Glusiec and her incredible drawing machine.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

A Young Man’s Progress

An impressive display of five modern photographic recreations - printed to large scale - telling the fictional story of Matthew Smith, a young man from North London, who is obsessed with clothes. The modern photographs are based upon images commissioned between 1520 and 1560 by Matthäus Schwarz, one of the most committed fashion innovators of his time.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Circuit curates: Gaudier-Brzeska

The Circuit group are curating a display in Helen’s bedroom in Kettle’s Yard that explores the artist’s fascination with birds. The display includes sculptures, ink drawings and sketchbooks.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Close-up and personal: Eighteenth-century gold boxes from the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection

Fashionable among both men and women, these exquisite and elegant containers were one of the most popular accessories in 18th century Europe. They were often used to hold snuff (a scented preparation of powdered tobacco) or sweetmeats. The most lavish and precious boxes were the choice present of royalty and exemplify court culture and fashion en miniature.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Contemporary Drawings

To complement New Rhythms, drawings by ten contemporary artists can be found in the house. They range from dynamic sketches to drawings from life, reflecting some of the subjects and approaches to be found in Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s celebrated drawings. Artists include Aleana Egan, Antony Gormley, Thomas Houseago and Rachel Howard.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

David Kindersley – Alphabetician, The Hidden Face of Lettering

A display to mark the Centenary of David Kindersley, letter carver and typeface designer of great originality and skill, whose work includes the iconic British Library gates and street sign lettering across the length and breadth of Britain.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Modern heroism: printmaking and the legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte

An exhibition to mark the 200th anniversary of Napoleon’s defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. Highlights of the exhibition include prints by Charlet and Raffet, who contributed to Napoleon’s heroic legacy through glorifying war and military personnel; works by Delacroix and Gericault that respond to the drama and tragedy of the period; and satirical prints by Daumier.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Moonstrips: Eduardo Paolozzi and the printed collage 1965-72

Eduardo Paolozzi’s use of found images and words cut from popular magazines and scientific journals played a formative role in the development of British art in the 1950s and 60s. He adapted the technique of collage to printed media in spectacular sets – often seen as highlights of Pop Art.

12:00PM - 5:00PM

Treasured Possessions from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment

A dazzling journey through the decorative arts: from the hand-crafted luxuries of the Renaissance to the first stirrings of mass commerce in the Enlightenment.

2:00PM - 4:00PM

Power of paper – printmaking workshops

As part of the exhibition The Power of Paper: 50 Years of Printmaking in Australia, Canada and South Africa at the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, engaging with the techniques used by artists in the exhibition, a series of workshops and demonstrations held by professional printmakers will be held on the first and last Sunday of each month.

6:00PM - 6:25PM

Organ recital

To be performed by Dr Christopher Robinson (St John’s College)