Events in August 2012

• Georgian Carlisle

  Date : 23rd June 2012 - 9th September 2012
  Time : 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

  This major exhibition will explore Carlisle's development during the Georgian period (1714 - 1836) and analyse a period of immense social change that transformed Carlisle from a medieval to a modern city. Visitors will also be able to see the national context of a period that brought the industrial...

• Sensational Clay

  Date : 7th July 2012 - 23rd September 2012

  This summer we're laying on a sensory feast for all the family to enjoy. This striking, hands-on exhibition of ceramics by Hereford-based maker, Jon Williams, has been inspired by the five senses: touch, taste, sound, smell and sight. From tiny handheld items to huge musical pots, visitors can...

• Bogs and Birds

  Date : 7th August 2012
  Time : 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

  Norman Holton, RSPB, takes a look at the habitat management of the Solway wetlands and the wildlife that is attracted to these special places.  

• Medieval Castle Craft

  Date : 7th August 2012
  Time : 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Visit our Border Galleries and take a closer look at our medieval objects. Discover more about the muckle toon bell, the belt buckle shaped like a boar and a whistle that looks like a cockeral! Best of all, come and sit in our stocks - or persuade someone else to! Find out about life as a medieval...

• Fritillary Fun

  Date : 8th August 2012
  Time : 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  The Marsh Fritillary has been to the brink and back. After a successful re-introduction of the species at Finglandrigg Wood we want to celebrate! So join us and create your very own Marsh Fritillary butterfly and learn more about this rare and special creature. Our drop in sessions run from 1pm -...

• Facepainting Fun!

  Date : 9th August 2012
  Time : 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Carlisle had its very own theatre in Georgian days and the actors would paint their faces to take different parts in a play. Enjoy facepainting fun and pretend to be on stage! Our drop in sessions run from 1pm - 4pm and explore our collections in fun, imaginative ways. Be inspired by Tullie's...

• Treasures of Old Tullie House

  Date : 14th August 2012
  Time : 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Join us to decorate your own piece of soft material that looks exactly like copper - it is easy and simple to press on, using small wooden sticks like pencils. This is a fun activity that families with children of all ages can enjoy - patterns can be as simple or as complex as you like. Our drop in...

• Stand and Deliver!

  Date : 16th August 2012
  Time : 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Visit our exhibition and find out all about the Georgian underworld. There were lots of villains in Georgian days; masked highwaymen on horseback shouted, "Stand and Deliver!" and took travellers' treasures from them. Make a mask for a highwayman or highwaywoman, and remenber to shout...

• Make a Roman Mosaic

  Date : 21st August 2012
  Time : 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  The floors of Roman buildings were often covered with colourful patterns. Take a look at the shapes and colours in our Roman Gallery and make a Roman mosaic. Our drop in sessions run from 1pm - 4pm, and explore our collections in fun, imaginative ways. Be inspired by Tullie's treasures and create a...

• Wetland Wednesday!

  Date : 22nd August 2012
  Time : 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Join Alex from the Solway Wetlands Landscape Partnership and help create a beautiful mural for our wall inspired by the amazing animals, plants and insects of the Solway Wetlands.     Activities are free but normal gallery admission charges apply. Under 12s must be accompanied by an...

• Books and Boxes

  Date : 23rd August 2012
  Time : 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  In Georgian days, people loved to write letters, diaries and stories. Today, can you decorate your own 'book' - but when you open it up, you will find it is really a box which will help you keep your secrets safe! Write out a wish and tuck it in your box book! Each box book is made of sturdy...