The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House & Galleries
Rennie MacLion
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.
Sam Wadsworth A View: Portraits of Northampton
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.
Innovative Design Awards 2011
The new Innovative Design Awards 2011 competition is about to be launched with the publication of the Open Studios Northamptonshire brochure.
A unique collaboration between Open Studios Northamptonshire, the Furniture & Design Department at Moulton College and 78 Derngate: The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House & Galleries.
The Innovative Design Awards 2011 is a new competition designed to showcase excellence in the visual arts in the 21st Century.
Air 10: an exhibition of jewellery and silversmithing
Air 10 an exhibition of jewellery and silversmithing by the six current artists-in-residence practitioners at the Glasgow School of Art.
Currently on show at GSA, Air 10 is touring various venues and will be on show at 78 Derngate throughout October and November 2010.
Featuring the work of Soizig Marie Carey, Victoria Marie Coleman, Jennifer Gray, Amy C Mackay, Jan Rooney and Lauren Elizabeth Wethers, Air 10 will showcase the very best of contemporary jewellery.
Volunteering is fun and rewarding
78 Derngate is largely staffed by the 78 Derngate Volunteers.
Being a charitable trust, we rely on the support of Volunteers to keep this beautiful house open to the public.
The Volunteers man the reception desk, take phone bookings and generally look after our visitors. Other Volunteers give the Guided Tours around the house.
If you would like to join the team and put your skills to good use in this important and award-winning historic house, come along to one of the scheduled New Volunteer Meetings:
Contemporary Ceramics
April sees the opening of Contemporary Ceramics.
Featuring some of the finest contemporary ceramic artists including Chris Keenan, whose rocking bowls are featured above (picture credit Michael Harvey ), Susan Disley, Sara Moorhouse, Louisa Taylor, Wendy Hoare and Finola Delamere.
Blue Plaque for Mackintosh
Mackintosh: The London Years
It is a time in Mackintosh's life often regarded as one of decline. But his work in the capital which began in 1915 has now been commemorated there.
Read more from The Scotsman report by going to: http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/featues/Charles-Rennie-Mackintosh.
Unique shopping anytime
If you're looking for something a bit different, something unusual, handmade or unique, then come to the Gift & Craft shop at 78 Derngate. And why not enjoy a little afternoon tea in The Dining Room restaurant while you're at it.
Forget the high street and the crowds and come to a haven of quality and charm.
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm and Bank Holiday Mondays.
New Public Artwork at 78
Laura Baxter unveiled her spectacular new wall-mounted artwork, Leaf Fall in July.
Funded by Arts Council England, East Midlands and following a massive submission for this prestigous new commission, Laura was chosen as the artist to fulfill this task.
Best Small Visitor Attraction 2009
78 Derngate was named The Best Small Visitor Attraction 2009 at the Enjoy England Awards for Excellence.
Michael MacIntyre is seen here presenting this prestigous award to Rebecca Calcott, House Manager and Barbara Floyer, Assistant Manager.
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