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Previous events

Here's a list of previous events that have taken place at 78 Derngate.

Contemporary Ceramics

Date: 
May 4 2010 - 10:00 - Jul 18 2010 - 16:00

A stunning collection of work from some of the best ceramic artists.

Contemporary Ceramics, the current show in The Gallery Upstairs, features a range of work from fine porcelain to rough-hewn earthenware, from functional pots to large sculptural pieces: all sorts of work to admire, to buy and to treasure.

 

Charles Voysey and the Arts and Crafts House Plan: The Autumn Lecture

Date: 
Oct 12 2009 - 19:30 - 21:31

 

The 2009 Friends of 78 Derngate Autumn Lecture is given by Joe Holyoak, architect, urban designer and lecturer in architecture at the Birmingham School of Architecture.

Linda Miller Embroidery Pictures

Date: 
Oct 10 2009 - 10:00 - Dec 20 2009 - 17:00

Top embroiderer comes to Derngate.

Linda Miller’s charming wall-mounted embroidery pictures are rich and colourful, naive and humorous featuring happy smiling couples, families and pets – how could you not love them.

All items available to purchase.

 

The Bounteous Mid-Winter Bazaar

Date: 
Oct 10 2009 - 10:00 - Dec 20 2009 - 17:00

A scrumptious collection of goodies to inspire and tempt including contemporary glassware from Stuart Akroyd, handmade ceramics by Rachel Wood and Rachel Dormor, jewellery by Alison Macleod and Karen McMillan and stunning designer neckware and bags from Tammy Child.

 

 

Network Arts: Autumn Exhibition

Date: 
Oct 3 2009 - 10:00 - Nov 1 2009 - 16:30

 

Called Happy Chance, the Network Arts Autumn Exhibiton, features work from amateur and professional painters from Northamptonshire.

Free to enter Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 4.30pm.

 You can visit the Network Arts website @ www.networkarts.co.uk

Amanda Noble: The Fused Garden

Date: 
Sep 8 2009 - 10:00 - Sep 20 2009 - 16:30

Appearing as part of the Northamptonshire Open Studios event, Amanda Noble's beautiful glass artwork can be seen in the garden of 78 Derngate. Don't miss your chance to see and buy some unique, handmade artwork.

 

Top Dog

Date: 
Jul 18 2009 - 10:00 - Oct 4 2009 - 17:00

Designed with animals in mind. A lighthearted and appealing contemporary craft exhibition featuring work of over 20 British makers commissioned to produce stylish new work from eye-catching collars and leads to elegant silver name tags.

Model Train Exhibition

Date: 
May 2 2009 - 10:00 - May 3 2009 - 17:00

The Bassett-Lowke Society. A working layout of Bassett-Lowke models and trains.

Desire Selling Exhibition

Date: 
Apr 25 2009 - 10:00 - Jul 12 2009 - 17:00

An inspiring and eclectic selling exhibition in collaboration with Design Factory showcasing contemporary designers/makers from the East Midlands.

Glasgow School of Art Comes to 78

Date: 
Apr 20 2009 - 19:00 - 21:30

Glasgow School of Art Curator Peter Trowles will be presenting an illustrated talk on April 20th. ‘Charles Rennie Mackintosh & The Glasgow School of Art: Preservation or Accessibility a 21st Century dilemma’. The evening will include refreshments.
Tickets available at £8.50.

Sewing and Growing

Date: 
Feb 3 2009 - 09:00 - Apr 19 2009 - 17:00

Contemporary craft for your house and garden. A range of everyday household items made beautiful and individual in the hands of these talented makers.

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Latest news

28/06/2010 - 15:47

This summer the streets of Northampton are home to a pride of beautifully decorated lion sculptures. One of which has been inspired by the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

 On display until September 5th, the Pride of Northampton has brought 40 lions roaring into town. The Pride has been developed by Northampton Borough Council in partnership with the arts and education company Wild in Art and is being supported by local businesses and schools.

11/06/2010 - 15:07

 

Opening on Saturday 24th July 2010 this new gallery show will feature the work of an exciting young painter.

 

Alongside his stunning collection of paintings featuring the buildings and beauty of Northampton, Sam will be unveiling his new portrait of one of Northampton's famous sons, Matt Smith.