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Throes of the Modernist Dream: Prints by Rachel Whiteread, Grayson Perry and Sarah Morris from the Paragon Press

An exhibition of contemporary prints by Rachel Whiteread, Grayson Perry and Sarah Morris from the Paragon Press contending with the urban world and “the death throes of the modernist dream.”

Thu 29 May 9:00AM - 6:30PM

Curious Cures: Medicine in the Medieval World

Illuminated by medieval manuscripts, Cambridge University Library's exhibition explores a complex and intriguing world of medieval medicine.

9:00AM - 7:00PM

Admitting the Possibilities of Error: Conceptual drawings by Kirsten Lavers

Through her work, Kirsten Lavers creates possibilities for conversations around our desire for perfection and discomfort with fallibility.

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Hidden Histories

Explore the hidden histories of the Polar Museum in this new label display. From the female figures in polar history to the origins of Inuit art; follow the stories around the museum exhibits and discover something new.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Highlight Rise Up: Resistance, Revolution, Abolition

Learn about the fight to end transatlantic slavery through the stories of the people, communities and anti-slavery movements who campaigned for abolition.

11:00AM - 5:00PM

Here is a Gale Warning: Art, Crisis & Survival

This exhibition presents eight contemporary artists whose works offer vantage points on a world in perpetual crisis.

12:00PM - 2:00PM

Pick of the month Beyond Neoliberalism Conference 2025

Be part of a transformative three-day event uniting global thinkers, scholars, and leaders to shape the future—sign up today!

2:00PM - 4:00PM

Animal Antics

An afternoon of crafts and ancient animal antics at the Museum of Classical Archaeology

2:15PM - 4:00PM

Highlight Victoria Leonard on "Historiae adversus paganos" by Orosius

Victoria Leonard on "Historiae adversus paganos" (418) by Paulus Orosius

5:30PM - 7:00PM

Highlight Curious Cures: In-Conversation with the Curator

Join us for an evening with the curator of Cambridge University Library’s current exhibition, Curious Cures: Medicine in the Medieval World.

6:00PM - 8:00PM

Highlight Keynote Panel: Creating the New Economy

Join us for an exciting and thought-provoking panel discussion on Creating the New Economy. In a world where economic systems are evolving rapidly, this event brings together some of the brightest minds to explore the future of global economics.

8:00PM - 10:00PM

New Music: Joseph Havlat, piano, Deni Teo, cello

Join us for a performance by Joseph Havlat, piano, and Deni Teo, cello, in the Kettle’s Yard house as part of this year’s New Music Concert Series.