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Curator Talk: Fulford Ring

Curator Talk: Fulford Ring

Come explore the history behind the Fulford ring. Our lunchtime talks are ideal for gaining an insight into some of our most interesting artefacts from our archaeology and natural science collections. Talks take place Tuesdays 12.30-1pm and are FREE with admission. There’s no need to book. Please note that we may occasionally have to change […]

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Making a Masterpiece

Making a Masterpiece

In this talk, artist Christopher Cook will discuss the ideas and processes that inform the current sequence of works he has on display in the exhibition, Making a Masterpiece: Bouts and Beyond (c.1450–2020), including his responses to individual works in York Art Gallery’s own collection. He will reveal important lessons we can learn from the […]

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Skills Talk on Gallery: Drawing with Silver

Artist Toni Watts will be working on a couple of drawings in the Madsen Gallery. Come and hear her chat about the techniques behind metalpoint. Why did artists draw with silver? How different is it to modern graphite? Why is it still used? 10.30am – 1pm and 2pm – 4.30pm Included in admission. No need […]

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Low Sensory Experience

Our Low Sensory Experiences are designed for visitors who would prefer a quieter visit to our museum. During the event, light and sound levels will be adjusted so it’s a less overwhelming environment. You’ll still be able to visit all the galleries, but there will be no dark areas and no sudden sounds. There is […]

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Fine Arts Tour with Fiona Green (Sold out)

For friends of York Art Gallery – The tour will look at conservation and the demands of displaying or loaning the collection. Sold out.

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Curator Talk: How to Fossilise a slug

Our lunchtime talks are ideal for gaining an insight into some of our most interesting artefacts from our archaeology and natural science collections. Talks take place Tuesdays 12.30-1pm and are FREE with admission. There’s no need to book. Please note that we may occasionally have to change the dates or titles of talks – please […]

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Portable Antiquities Scheme Finds Day

Portable Antiquities Scheme Finds Day

Have you found an archaeological object that you would like to find out more about? If so then bring your finds for identification and have them recorded with the Portable Antiquities Scheme if they are more than 300 years old. This event is included in museum admission. No need to book. *Events may be subject […]

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Wedding Open Day

Wedding Open Day

Recently engaged and looking for a unique city centre venue? We are opening our doors to give you the chance to see our beautiful wedding venue in all its glory! No need to book, just come on by and our team will be on hand to discuss your dream day. If you would prefer, you […]

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Curator Talk: Geology and its Relevance to Archaeology

Want to find out more about our collections? Our knowledgeable curators regularly give talks that provide insight into our exhibitions, artefacts and specialist areas of interest. The talk will explore the relationship between geology and archaeology and how rock has influenced man for thousands of years. This includes both topographic features and the use of […]

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Artwork of the Month

PHD student Samantha Scott, University of York, will speak about the ‘Staffordshire Ceramic Plaque’. This event is for the Friends of York Art Gallery

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