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Milan In A Van
The Milan Furniture Fair is seen as the best and biggest show in the design agenda for the year. For the first time ever the British public will be able to see what is hottest, newest and most influential in the design world just days after it has been launched at the Milan Furniture Fair, in the unique exhibition 'Milan in a Van'. V & A curators will go to Milan and fill a van with the most interesting work on show, for the first exhibition in the Victoria and Albert Museum's new Contemporary Space. Opening 21st April.
Derby's Darwin
Today (18th April) is the bicentenary of the death of Erasmus Darwin, Grandfather of Charles and former resident of Derby. This exhibition at Pickford's House Museum celebrates the life and many achievements of this remarkable man.
The exhibition is running until 16th June.
Reading & Book Signing with Alistair Moffat
If you are lucky enough to live in the Borders, you have the chance (0n 20th April) to go along to the Wynd Theatre in Melrose to enjoy coffee and meet Alistair Moffat, the author of a new book 'The Borders'. It is the story of England and Scotland, told not in the tired terms of national histories, but close up and personal, toe to toe and eyeball to eyeball across the Tweed, the Cheviots, the Esk and the tidal races of the upper Solway. This is a tale told in blood, fun and granite-hard memory.
Magna Carta
A new way to enjoy London and the home counties is to take a luxurious seven day cruise on board 'Magna Carta', a new barge experience being launched today. The barge will moor at various points along the Thames allowing passengers to take excursions ashore to historic attractions such as Hampton Court Palace and Windsor Castle. The Captain of the 'Magna Carta' has a thorough knowledge of the Thames and will ensure passengers get the best views of the home counties through the barge's picture windows. For further information, itinerary and rates visit www.gobarging.com.
Children in Dutch Seventeenth-Century Art
Despite the Dutch Republic's reputation for strict Calvinism, children appear to have been cherished and perhaps even indulged. They appear in large numbers of genre paintings and portraits. On 20th April a Saturday School at Lamport Hall will focus on works by artists like Rembrandt, Frans Hals and Jan Steen, their use of symbols and their 'everyday' meaning. Tutor Dr. Sophie Oosterwijk.
Researching The Historical Novel
For anyone interested in creative writing and the historical genre, there is a unique opportunity to meet the international best selling author Anne Perry at Keats House Museum on the evening of 17th April, where she will present an illustrated talk on Researching the Historical Novel. Anne Perry's evocative writing makes the world of Victorian London vividly real. Using the invaluable resources of London Metropolitan Archives, Anne Perry reveals approaches to using historical material in her richly drawn work.
Enamelling For Equality: Enamels by Ernestine Mills
Opening on 16th April at the Cecil Higgins Art Gallery is an exhibition of the work of Ernestine Mills, a metal worker and enameller, who became a staunch Suffragette. Many of her exquisite enamels were produced as commemorative pieces for imprisoned women and campaigners. This exhibition will draw on museum collections around the world and private collections.
All Day Racing Tour
If you enjoy a day at the races, why not take an All Day Racing Tour at the National Horseracing Museum, on 'Craven Day' 17th April. The all day tour includes visits to the equine swimming pool, a trainers yard, and the gallops, followed by an afternoon with an expert guide at the races.
Pre-book your ticket, which includes entry to the Members' Enclosure.
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Richard Hughes - English Author of 'A High Wind In Jamaica' was born 102 years ago today.
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