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Bringing history & the arts to lifewww.theherbert.org

AdmissionFREE

Herbert Art Gallery & Museum,Jordan Well, Coventry CV1 5QPT: 024 7683 2386E: [email protected]: www.theherbert.org

Opening TimesTuesday – Saturday 10.00am – 5.30pmSunday – Monday 12.00pm – 5.00pm

Information for People with DisabilitiesParking for Blue Badge holders is on Bayley Laneopposite the entrance to the Herbert. Lift access andadapted toilets available.

All information correct at time of going to press. We reserve the right to change or cancel events or exhibitions without prior notice

If you require this information in another format or language pleasecontact us on 024 7683 2386

BusThere is a bus stop just outside the ArtGallery and Museum. For more informationabout city centre routes please call 0247681 7035.

TrainWe’re just a 10 minute walk from Coventrystation. Rail information can be found on08457 484 950.

CarWe are conveniently situated in the heart ofCoventry city centre, and adjacent toCoventry Cathedral & University. There are anumber of public car parks nearby.

GETTING HERE

Summer|Autumn 2009

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CONTENTS

ABOUT US 20-24

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS 4-17

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Hello, and welcome to another exciting season at the Herbert Art Gallery& Museum.

We have an excellent programme of temporary exhibitions coming up – hot on theheels of Wildlife Photographer of the Year are Wallace and Gromit in AnimatedAdventures. Make sure you visit the Herbert to see how these lovable characters arebrought to life by their animators and have a go at making some crazy creatures ofyour own!

If you're looking for something to do as a family, we've got anamazing five-week programme of FREE family activities on thesubject of Wildlife Summer that will inspire young people.Whether you want to explore creative play in Under the Big Treeor join The Great Big Bug Hunt, there's something for everyone.We've put a Herbot symbol next to all the family events in thisguide so you can find them easily.

Take the opportunity to celebrate local themes this season too –explore Coventry's colourful past in the History Gallery, tune intoCoventry-made music in our exhibition More Than Two Tones,and delve into your own family ancestry in the History Centre.

We're delighted that our award-winning permanent exhibitionshave been so well received and people have enjoyed the livelyatmosphere here at the Herbert. If you haven't already exploredour new galleries, do pop in soon – you'll be surprised by howmuch there is to see!

Last but not least, please keep in touch with us and let us knowyour feedback. If you'd like to receive information about what'sgoing on at the Herbert, please join our mailing list atwww.theherbert.org/mailing-list

Coventry Heritage & Arts Trust Ltd. A registered charity number 1124704

The transformation of the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum has been made possible by

INTRODUCTION

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The winner of our China prize draw isMiss B Tighe.Join our mailing list if you would like thechance to enter our next draw by visitingwww.theherbert.org/mailing-list

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Family Events

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Under the Big Tree Wildlife Photographer More Than Two Tones Animated Adventures

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Events Diary

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EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS

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11 July - 13 September FREE

CHILDREN IN CONFLICT

Warfare is perpetrated by adults but always

touches the lives of children. In the last decade, an

estimated two million children have been killed in

armed conflicts, four to five million more have been

disabled, and more than 12 million made

homeless. Many more millions have been

traumatised by the atrocities they have been

forced to witness or take part in.

Children in Conflict brings together eight

contemporary artists whose work highlights the

plight of children caught up in conflicts across the

globe. Many of the artists have experienced at first

hand the trauma of conflict and seen the

devastating effect it can have on people’s lives.

Artists featured within the exhibition include Martha

Rosler, John Keane, Simon Norfolk, Guy Tillim, Laura

Ford, Anthony Haughey, Emma Summers and

Monika Oeschler.

EXHIBITION EXTRASWar Child Talk FREE

Tuesday 11 August, 12:30pm – 1:30pm

War Child is an international charity that protects

children living in the world’s most dangerous war

zones. Hear about their work with former child

soldiers, street children and children in prison, and

how their support has helped thousands. This talk will

provide an invaluable insight into the issues raised in

the exhibition.

Suitable for all ages, no booking required.

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22 July - 31 August FREE

UNDER THE BIG TREE

Marvellous things await you Under the Big Tree, a

world for children and adults to explore together.

Children and their families are invited to play in

and under the roots of a gigantic tree created in

the Herbert studio. This magical play area

encourages young people to be creative and use

their imaginations - the emphasis is on inventive

play and discovery with endless opportunities for

self expression.

This creative play space offers a unique chance to

explore an imaginative world designed for families

with children under 8 years old with a section

especially for the under 3s.

This installation complements our exhibition Wildlife

Photographer of the Year – please see page 6 for

details of related events. Entrance is FREE – you and

your family can just turn up and explore.

Please note: numbers may be limited at busy times.

Children must be accompanied by a responsible

adult at all times.

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Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition is ownedby the Natural History Museum and BBC Wildlife Magazine

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR

EXHIBITION EXTRASWildlife Summer FREE28 July – 30 AugustExplore the amazing wonders of the natural worldduring five weeks full of FREE family activities.Please see page 14 for full listings.

Garden Share and Wildlife Gardening FREEFriday 7 August, 12:30pm – 1:30pmA talk about the city’s Garden Share scheme andhow to attract wildlife to your garden with SustainableCommunities Officer Andy Littlewood.

Honey FREEFriday 7 & Saturday 8 August, 11:00am – 4:00pmPif-Paf invite you on a guided tour of a giant hive.Please see page 14 for details.

Stay and Play Saturdays FREE8 & 15 August, 11:00am – 12:00pmLearn about strange creatures through craft and playevents for families with children under 5 years old.Booking is essential, please call 024 7629 4755.

Wildlife Photography Workshops £4Saturday 15 August & Saturday 5 September1:00pm – 4:30pmLearn to take great digital images with photographylecturer Jenny Parkin. Bring your own digital cameraor arrange to borrow one of ours.Booking advised, spaces limited

Living Roots FREESaturday 5 & Sunday 6 SeptemberSaturday: 11:00am – 4:00pmSunday: 1:00pm – 4:00pmA weekend of creativity with Warwickshire Wildlife Trustusing recycled materials and found objects.

Yoga Animals, Bugs and Birds FREESaturday 26 September11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm&3:30pmThese sessions combine traditional yoga postureswhich are woven together into exciting adventures.Each session lasts 40 minutes.

From striking landscapes to intimate portraits ofanimal behaviour, the Wildlife Photographer of theYear exhibition offers an awe-inspiring glimpse intothe drama, beauty and diversity of the naturalworld. Photographs include mammals, fish, insectsand birds from remote corners of the earth and astunning selection of plant life, full of vibrant coloursand unusual specimens.

This captivating exhibition shows photographs fromthe world’s largest and most prestigious wildlifephotography competition, jointly organised eachyear by the Natural History Museum and BBCWildlife Magazine. Open to adult and junior entries,the competition attracts both professionals andamateur photographers who go to the mostextraordinary lengths for their art.

WILDLIFE FILM PROGRAMME

The Animals Film, cert 15 FREEWednesday 2 September, 6:30pm

Microcosmos: Le peuple de l'herbe, cert U FREESaturday 12 September, 2:00pm

Last of the Scottish Wildcats FREE(exempt from classification)Thursday 1 October, 6:30pm

Arctic Tale, cert U FREESaturday 3 October, 2:00pm

CALLING ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS!

Would you like to see your own wildlife photos in th

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exhibition? If so, either bring in a photo to the gall

ery,

send it in by post or upload it to the Herbert's Flick

r site.

Please visit www.theherbert.org for full details.

The overall winner will receive their photograph

framed in large print format.

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EXHIBITION EXTRAS FREETo complement the exhibition the Herbert will host a

range of FREE activities for families and adults. Guitar

players of all levels will be invited to MEGA (Modern

Electric Guitar Academy) sessions at the Herbert with

legendary musician Neol Davies of The Selecter.

A Q&A session for aspiring musicians with music

industry professionals will offer the best advice on

breaking into the industry.

Sunday afternoons in the Herbert café will also offer

a range of the best local talent in live acoustic sets.

For further information on the Herbert Art Gallery &

Museum's programme of FREE events and activities

visit www.theherbert.org

COMPETITIONComing soon... Look out for the chance to win a

unique piece of memorabilia linked to this

exhibition. Please check our website for details

nearer the time.

Popular music in Coventry from the 1950s to the

present

This exciting exhibition celebrates Coventry’s rich

musical heritage, from Frank Ifield to The Enemy. It

brings together for the first time a fantastic selection

of music memorabilia which highlights the vibrancy

and creativity of Coventry music.

For many people the pinnacle of the city’s musical

success came with Two Tone, when The Specials

and The Selecter created a distinctive sound which

reached an international audience. Yet Coventry

has produced many other talented and successful

artists, from the Zodiacs, Frank Ifield and Vince Hill,

through The Sorrows, The Mighty Avengers and

Lieutenant Pigeon, to Hazel O’Connor, King, Panjabi

MC, Stereo Nation and current chart successes, The

Enemy. This exhibition highlights their achievements.

Visitors can see a wealth of memorabilia relating to

all of these artists and many more, including

instruments, clothing worn on stage, handwritten

song lyrics, albums and posters, many of which

have been lent by the artists themselves. A highlight

of the exhibition is the rare opportunity to see

interviews with the artists in newly-made film

footage. You can also have a go at mixing your

own track and of course, listen to many of the great

songs produced by Coventry bands.

3 October - 3 January FREE

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS

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EXHIBITION EXTRASTo complement the exhibition the Herbert will host a

range of activities for families and adults. Workshops,

talks and screenings will highlight the best in new

animation and the techniques to create your own.

For further information on the Herbert Art Gallery &

Museum's programme of FREE events and family

activities visit www.theherbert.org

COMING UP IN HALF TERM…

Stories Through Motion FREE

Monday 26 – Friday 30 October.

Monday 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Tuesday – Friday 10:30am – 12:30pm &

1:30pm – 3:30pm

Join us throughout October Half Term to explore the

many different ways that movement has been used

throughout time as a way to tell stories, from early

beginnings of cave art to modern animation.

Suitable for all ages and abilities. Children must be

accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in event,

no need to book.

Discover the science and magic of animation in

this exciting interactive exhibition. Animated

Adventures showcases many of the incredible

handcrafted sets and models from Aardman and

DreamWorks’ feature film Wallace & Gromit: The

Curse of the Were-Rabbit.

Enjoy a rare behind-the-scenes insight into how

Aardman and other featured animators create their

characters. From storyboards and set design to cel

painting, stop frame and CGI technology, learn top

tips from the industry and then have a go at

creating your own crazy animations!

Animated Adventures is developed by W5 in Belfast

and produced by the ecsite-uk Travelling Exhibitions

Consortium (eTEC).

Suitable for all ages and abilities.

24 October - 17 January FREE

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ANIMATED ADVENTURESFEATURING WALLACE & GROMIT

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BOOKING 024 7683 2386 (UNLESS OTHER NUMBER SPECIFIED)

DATE TITLE TIMES INFO £ PAGE

OCTOBER

1 Last of the Scottish Wildcats 6.30pm – 7.45pm Film FREE 16

3 Arctic Tale 2.30pm – 4.00pm Family Film FREE 16

10 Herbert Harp-o-tunities 12:15pm – 4:00pm Adults & families/drop-in FREE 17

20 Peace 'n' Powder 12:30pm – 1:30pm Adult/talk FREE 17

24 Tea Dance 2:00pm – 4:30pm Adult £1 17

26-30 Stories Through Motion Mon: 12:00pm – 4:00pm Family/drop-in FREE 15

Tues-Fri:10:30am – 12:30pm

& 1:30pm – 3:30pm

29 Coventry Conversation 6:00pm – 8.30pm Adult FREE 16

31 The Big Draw 10:30am – 3:30pm Family/drop-in FREE 15

NOVEMBER

7-14 Peace Week Check website Family FREE 16

8 Herbert Harp-o-tunities 12:15pm – 4:00pm Adults & families/drop-in FREE 17

17 Mendelssohn 12:30pm – 1:30pm Adult/talk FREE 17

28 Making Merry 10:00am – 5:30pm Family/drop-in FREE 16

28 Tea Dance 2:00pm – 4:30pm Adult/dance session £1 17

29 Deewar 1:00pm – 4:00pm Film FREE 16

DECEMBER

5 IDDP 10:00am – 5:30pm Family FREE 16

12 Herbert Harp-o-tunities 12:15pm – 4:00pm Adults & families/drop-in FREE 17

15 Winter Customs 12:30pm – 1:30pm Adult/talk FREE 17

EXHIBITION DATESChildren in Conflict 11 July – 13 SeptemberUnder the Big Tree 22 July – 31 AugustWildlife Photographer of the Year 1 August – 4 OctoberMore Than Two Tones 3 October – 3 JanuaryAnimated Adventures 24 October – 17 January

EVENTS DIARY EVENTS DIARYBOOKING 024 7683 2386 (UNLESS OTHER NUMBER SPECIFIED)

DATE TITLE TIMES INFO £ PAGE

AUGUST

3/4 Creating an Animation 9:00am – 12:00pm Kids Media Club £10 20

3-7 Creating a 90 Second Short 1:00pm – 3:00pm Teen Media Club £25 20

4-7 Wildlife Around the World 10:30am – 12:30pm & Family/drop-in FREE 14

1:30pm – 3:30pm

7 Garden Share 12:30pm – 1:30pm Adult/talk FREE 16

7/8 Honey |The Bees Knees 11:00am – 4:00pm Family/performance FREE 14

8 Stay and Play Saturday 11:00am – 12:00pm Family/booking essential FREE 15

8 Herbert Harp-o-tunities 12:15pm – 4:00pm Adults & families/drop-in FREE 17

11 War Child 12:30pm – 1:30pm Adult/talk FREE 4

11-14 Beneath the Waves 10:30am – 12:30pm & Family/drop-in FREE 14

1:30pm – 3:30pm

15 Stay and Play Saturday 11:00am – 12:00pm Family/booking essential FREE 15

15 Wildlife Photography Workshop1:00pm – 4:30pm Adult £4 6

18 The Jacquard Loom 12:30pm – 1:30pm Adult/talk FREE 17

18 Earth Walks 11:00am, 12:00pm, Family/drop-in FREE 15

1:30pm & 2:30pm

18-21 Treasures of the Garden 10:30am – 12:30pm & Family/drop-in FREE 14

1:30pm – 3:30pm

25-28 Birds Eye View 10:30am – 12:30pm & Family/drop-in FREE 14

1:30pm – 3:30pm

SEPTEMBER

2 Basques for Breast Cancer 6:30pm – 9.00pm Adult/auction FREE 16

2 The Animals Film 6:30pm – 9.00pm Film FREE 16

5 Wildlife Photography Workshop1:00pm – 4:30pm Adult £4 6

5 Tea Dance 2:00pm – 4:30pm Adult £1 17

5/6 Living Roots WWT Sat: 11:00am – 4:00pm Workshop FREE 16

Sun: 1:00pm – 4:00pm

12 Microcosmos: Le peuple... 2:00pm – 3.30pm Film FREE 16

12/13 Late Summer History Fair All day Family/drop-in FREE 17

12/13 Store Explorers 12:00pm & 2:00pm Adults & families FREE 17

12/13 Object Handling Sat: 10.30am, 11.30am, Adults & families/drop-in FREE 17

12.30pm, 1.30pm,

2.30pm & 3.30pm

Sun: 12.30pm, 1.30pm,

2.30pm & 3.30pm

13 Herbert Harp-o-tunities 12:15pm – 4:00pm Adults & families/drop-in FREE 17

15 Roger Fry & Birth of Modernism12:30pm – 1:30pm Adult/talk FREE 17

26 Yoga Animals, Bugs and Birds 11:00am, 12:30pm, Family/drop-in FREE 15

2:00pm & 3:30pm

27 Black 1:00pm – 4:00pm Film FREE 16

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Under the Big Tree FREE

22 July - 31 AugustMarvellous things await you Under the B

ig Tree, a

world for children and adults to exploretogether. This

creative play space offers a unique chance to

explore an imaginative world in and under the roots

of a gigantic tree. For families with children under 8

years old with a section especially for the under 3s.

The Great Big Bug Hunt FREE

Wednesday 22 July – Sunday 30 August

Help find all the weird and wonderful bugs that are

loose around our galleries and stop them damaging

our objects! The trail will be available throughout the

summer from Herbert reception.

This is a self-guided trail, suitable for children

accompanied by an adult.

Honey FREEFriday 7 & Saturday 8 August, 11:00a

m – 4:00pm

Join Bombus Omnibus and Borage as they guide

you through the world of bees. What dotheir hearts

look like? How do they live? And most importantly –

where are they?! Honey is an acclaimed multi-

media show for all ages. Performances run

throughout the day, each lasts 20 minutes.

Alongside performances of Honey you can meet

bee-keepers and wildlife experts at

The Bees Knees. This is a great opportunity to find out

more about these incredible insects, howto keep

them and how they help us. You can also buy your

local honey here!

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS

Stories Through Motion FREE

Monday 26 – Friday 30 October

Mon 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Tues – Fri 10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Join us throughout October Half Term to explore the

many different ways that movement has been used

throughout time as a way to tell stories, from early

beginnings of cave art to modern animation.

Suitable for all ages and abilities. Children must be

accompanied by an adult.

The Big Draw: Traces of Nature FREE

Friday 31 October, 10:30am – 3:30pm

Participate in this year's Big Draw event and help to

celebrate the 200th anniversary of Darwin's birth!

Using the Herbert's natural history collection as

inspiration, join us in exploring the traces left by

nature and in creating a spectacular artwork.

Harp Club – weekly activity for children aged 7-12

Sessions take place on Wednesdays after school in

term time only. Places are limited – please book

through www.harpotunities.co.uk or by calling Jack

Shuttleworth on 024 7629 4752.

Herbert Media has some fantastic workshop

opportunities this summer for young people aged 10

– 16. For details of these sessions whichinclude film,

animation and graphics, see page 20.

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Stay and Play Saturdays FREE

8 & 15 August, 11:00am – 12:00pm

Learn about the strange creatures thatcan be seen

in our Wildlife Photographer of the Yearexhibition with

craft and play events for families with children under

5 years old.Booking is essential, please call 024 7629 4755.

Earth Walks FREETuesday 18 August11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm & 2:30pm

Take a short journey around the Herbertwith our

wildlife expert - this is a sensory experience you will

never forget!All children must come with a responsible adult, and

very young children should remain in their buggies.

This event will take place in all weathers.

Yoga Animals, Bugs and Birds FREE

Saturday 26 September

11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm & 3:30pm

These sessions combine traditional yoga postures

which are woven together into excitingadventures.

Children fly on mystical birds, float on magic carpets

and play football with crabs on the beach!

Each session lasts 40 minutes.

Booking advised, spaces limited.

The Herbert is proud to be a

family friendly venue.Buggy friendly

Breastfeeding friendly

Changing facilities

Kids’ menu in the caféDressing up areasThings to touch

Interactive exhibitions

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pick up your

family leaflet

OUT NOW!!

Wildlife SummerThis season we have an exciting progr

amme of

FREE drop-in events for families, all inspired by our

Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition.

Sessions are suitable for all ages and abilities;

children must be accompanied by anadult. There

is no need to book although at busy times you may

be asked to wait.

Creepy Crawlies FREE

Tuesday 28 – Friday 31 July

10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Investigate the weird and wonderful lifeof bugs.

Wildlife Around the World FREE

Tuesday 4 – Friday 7 August

10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Explore amazing wildlife from lands far and wide.

Beneath the Waves FREE

Tuesday 11 – Friday 14 August

10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Discover underwater worlds, from ponds and lakes to

deep seas.

Treasures of the Garden FREE

Tuesday 18 – Friday 21 August

10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Uncover all sorts of interesting wildlife that shares our

parks and gardens.

Birds Eye View FREETuesday 25 – Friday 28 August

10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Find out about life in the natural world from a very

different point of view.

FAMILY EVENTSWe've got five months packed full of fa

ntastic creative family events –

and all completely FREE!

For detailed information about all ofour family events check out our

website at www.theherbert.org, pickup our family events guide or

sign up to join our family events mailing list.

We've put a Herbot symbol next to all the family events in this

guide to make it easier for you to find them.

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EVENTS PROGRAMME

REGULAR EVENTS SPECIAL EVENT

Garden Share and Wildlife Gardening FREEFriday 7 August, 12:30pm – 1:30pmA talk about the city's Garden Share scheme andhow to attract wildlife to your garden withSustainable Communities Officer Andy Littlewood.

The Bees Knees FREEWednesday 7 & Saturday 8 August,11.00am – 4:00pmA chance to meet beekeepers and wildlife experts.Find out more about bees, how to keep them andhow they help us. You can buy local honey here too!

Basques for Breast Cancer FREEWednesday 2 September, 6:30pm – 4:00pmCharity auction of basques made by local artistsand designers on a pink/breast cancer theme.

The Animals Film Cert 15 FREEWednesday 2 September, 6:30pm – 9:00pmA hard-hitting film that examines the complexrelationship between humans and animals.Produced in 1981, this ground-breaking film still hasalarming significance today and is a true testamentto the power of cinema.

Living Roots FREESaturday 5 & Sunday 6 SeptemberSat: 11:00am – 4:00pm; Sun: 1:00pm – 4:00pmA weekend of creativity with Warwickshire WildlifeTrust. Help create stop motion animation of acontinually evolving land art that represents wildlifeand conservation. All the materials used will bethings found on nature reserves and other foundobjects as well as recycled fabric and fashioncreations. The animations will be available on theLiving Roots YouTube channel after the event andshown in our own Gallery 3 later in the year. Drop into take part.

Microcosmos: Le peuple de l'herbe Cert U FREESaturday 12 September, 2:00pm – 3:30pmA summer meadow is the setting for this close-upstudy of the weird and wonderful lives of insects. Withtruly stunning cinematography, this film really mustbe seen on the big screen.

Black Bollywood Screening Cert PG FREESunday 27 September, 1:00pm – 4:00pmAmitabh Bachchan gives one of the mostoutstanding performances of his career in thisdeeply intense drama about a blind, deaf andmute girl and her tutor. Hindi with English subtitles.

Last of the Scottish Wildcats FREE(exempt from classification)Thursday 1 October, 6:30pm – 7.45pmA rare insight into the history surrounding thesemystical and endangered creatures. The filmexamines the decline in wildcat numbers and askswhat we can do to protect them.

Arctic Tale Cert U FREESaturday 3 October, 2:30pm – 4.00pmA heart-warming film following a polar bear cub andwalrus pup as they struggle to survive in the ever-changing world of the Arctic. Perfect for families!

Coventry Conversation: Blood, Iron and Gold FREEThursday 29 October, 6:00pm – 8.30pmBritain's leading independent transportcommentator, Christian Wolmar, tells how therailways, invented in Britain, were taken up virtuallyeverywhere in the world, changing the way peoplelived and essentially creating the modern world weknow today.

Peace Week FREEMonday 7 – Sunday 14 NovemberThe Herbert is pleased to contribute arts and learningactivities to the city's annual series of peace events.Our events will be memorable, inspiring, thought-provoking and open to all. Please look for moredetails closer to the time on our website and in allPeace Month literature.

Making Merry FREESaturday 28 NovemberJoin us at our festive event to buy your Christmaspresents from local artists and craftspeople, or makeyour own under their guidance. Then create yourown wrapping paper before sitting back to enjoy theregion’s best choirs in festive song.

Deewar Bollywood Screening PG FREESunday 29 November, 1:00pm – 4:00pmThis tale of two sons on opposite sides of the lawsees Amitabh Bachchan in one of his most popularroles as loveable rogue Vijay Verma. Hindi withEnglish subtitles.

International Day of Disabled Persons FREESaturday 5 DecemberA day of arts to include Moving Images Film Festivalscreening pieces made by or featuring people withdisabilities, theatre by local disability activists and anexhibition of artworks.

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTSHERBERT ILLUMINATIONSDrop in to these FREE lunchtime talks on the thirdTuesday of each month, 12:30pm – 1:30pm.

The Jacquard Loom – a user's perspective FREETuesday 18 AugustA user's eye view of the jacquard loom, one of theoutstanding objects in the Herbert's collection.Bernie Cope and John Jenkins of Warwickshiremanufacturers Toye, Kenning and Spencer willdeliver the talk.

Roger Fry and the Birth of Modernism FREETuesday 15 SeptemberA small painting in the Herbert's galleries holds thekey to a remarkable story. Roger Fry's Italian Hill Townmarks the moment when "traditional" art gave wayto modernism and the art world changed forever.This talk is written by the Herbert's former Keeper ofVisual Art, Ron Clarke, and delivered by JackShuttleworth.

Peace 'n' Powder FREETuesday 20 OctoberThe 1605 Living History Society reveals the parallelsbetween the Gunpowder Plot, modern terrorism andreligious intolerance.

Mendelssohn FREETuesday 17 NovemberOrchestra 1585 returns to celebrate Mendelssohn'sbicentenary, combining live performance withinsights into the great composer's life andsignificance.

Winter Customs FREETuesday 15 DecemberDoc Rowe returns to the Herbert to explore some ofthe amazing traditions taking place around Britain atChristmas and New Year. Doc is Britain's foremostauthority in this field and is renowned for his charmand humour as well as his encyclopedic knowledge.

HERBERT HARP-O-TUNITIES FREESaturday 8 Aug, Sunday 13 Sept, Saturday 10 Oct,Sunday 8 Nov, Saturday 12 Dec,12:15pm – 4:00pmInformal monthly harp sessions in the Herbert Café forharpers to play together and the public to have a go.

TEA DANCES £1Saturday 5 September, 24 October &28 November, 2:00pm – 4:30pmOur regular Tea Dance welcomes anybody who likesto dance at this friendly and relaxed event with livemusic.

HERITAGE OPEN WEEKEND:Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 September

Late Summer History Fair FREESaturday 12 & Sunday 13 September, all dayThe Herbert is proud to host the seventh annualHistory Fair as part of this year's Heritage OpenWeekend. Many local history groups, includingthose from Whitley, Willenhall and Eastern Green,will be on hand to tell you more about their workand answer your queries, while experts fromCoventry Family History Society will help youresearch your family tree. A selection ofpublications and other related items will be on salethroughout the weekend.

Store Explorers FREESaturday 12 & Sunday 13 September12:00pm & 2:00pmA unique opportunity to go behind the scenes atthe Herbert Art Gallery & Museum where you willget the chance to explore some of the manyfascinating objects housed in the museum storesunder the expert guidance of one of our curators.Tours will last approximately 45 minutes and placesare limited to 12 people per session - please arriveearly to avoid disappointment.

Our curators will also be giving short gallerypresentations about some of the fascinatingobjects in our permanent exhibitions. Please checkour website for details nearer the time.

Object Handling FREESaturday 12 & Sunday 13 SeptemberSat: 10:30am / 11:30am / 12:30pm / 1:30pm2:30pm & 3:30pmSun: 12:30pm / 1:30pm / 2:30pm & 3:30pmDrop-in sessions for adults and families, lastingapproximately 15 minutes each.A chance to learn about and handle items fromour collections, from pre-historic ammonites to atoy Bart Simpson! Sessions are led by one of ourLearning Officers.

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PERMANENT GALLERIES

AN INSPIRING WAY TO SPEND YOUR DAYA world of discovery awaits you in our brand new, award-winning interactive galleries. The seven new

permanent galleries are free, fun and family friendly – the perfect place to spend a day out, whether

you’re a first time visitor to Coventry, or returning again and again.

Discover what it was really like to live, work and play 50, 150 and 500 years ago, wander through dazzling

multi-sensory interactive displays, investigate the natural world and explore our wide range of traditional

and contemporary art exhibitions.

There's so much to see, you'll discover something new every time you visit.

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COVENTRY HISTORY GALLERYUncover the story of our city and its people from the medieval period to the present day through astaggering array of objects, photographs, films and personal memories.

PEACE & RECONCILIATIONUnderstand the city's wartime experiences and the links forged with other citiesout of the shared experience of war. Find out how Coventry’s role in peaceand reconciliation continues today.

DISCOVER GODIVAExplore the legend of Lady Godiva's famous naked ride through Coventry in this family friendly galleryincluding other mythical tales, story-telling and dressing up items.

VISUAL ARTSBe amazed by the great works of art in our collections from traditional oil paintings in the Old Masters galleryto those representing the spirit of the Herbert's original collection in Art Since 1900. Our fine range ofsculptures includes works by great British artists of the 20th century such as Barbara Hepworth and an earlywork by Jacob Epstein.

ELEMENTSThis exhibition celebrates nature by encouraging visitors to engage with natural objects and landscapes inhighly creative and multi-sensory ways.

WHAT’S IN STOREOur extensive collections contain hundreds of thousands of items. We have created What's In Store to offeraccess to many of the items which are rarely on public display.

CONNECTEDA number of people were asked to pick their personal favourites from our extensive collections - and givereasons for their choices.

Please note: the temperature in our galleries is climate-controlled to protect our vulnerable objects.

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Herbert ShopWhether you want a memento to help youremember your visit, or an imaginative present for afriend, the Herbert shop is the perfect place to look.

Packed with original jewellery, inventive toys andcurios, beautiful crafts and original artworks by localmakers, you're sure to find the gift you need. There isalso an extensive range of greeting cards, fairtradegifts, arts books, magazines and local historypublications.

Look out for our Grand Sale this summer – perfectfor picking up a bargain!

Make your day complete by sampling one of thedelicious snacks, salads or hot lunches available inour café. Enjoy a glass of wine, beer or delicious softdrinks, or linger with a tea or coffee and a temptinghome-baked cake.

If you're visiting with your family, why not try our newtasty and healthy menu for children.

Opening times:Monday - Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pmSunday 12:00pm - 4:00pmThe Herbert Café supports local, sustainable and ethical

food production and trade.

We can help you reach, influence and entertainsenior clients and key decision makers, target newaudiences via marketing and media campaignsand develop your corporate profile throughpartnership with a high profile, respected andambitious arts venue.

Sponsorship We work with companies to createbespoke, flexible sponsorship packages that areable to meet your specific business and marketingneeds.

Private Hire Whether you require a space for aformal meeting for 10, or want to wow your clientswith a spectacular reception in our beautiful glasscovered court, then we have the venue for you.

For more information on what we can do for yourbusiness, please contact Jamie Perry on024 7629 4734 or [email protected]

Herbert CorporateHerbert Learning & CommunityOur Learning and Community Teams work withschools and communities in the city to bring historyand the arts to life. Our services can play a huge rolein helping children, families and local communitiesunderstand the environment around them and theirrelationship with the world.For more information about our brand newlearning services please phone 024 7629 4748,email [email protected] or go towww.theherbert.org/learning

Herbert History CentreThe Coventry History Centre brings together theresources of the former City Archives and the LocalStudies Library into a new facility which is part of theredeveloped Herbert Art Gallery & Museum. It is atreasure trove of information, with a huge range oforiginal documents including books, maps,newspapers, electoral registers and building plansall relating to the history of Coventry. Whether youare researching a project, preparing a dissertationor just want to know more about your ancestry, theHistory Centre is an invaluable free resource and anessential destination.

Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00am – 5:00pm &Sunday 12:00pm – 4:00pm (reading room only)To contact us directly please [email protected] or call 024 7683 4060.

Kids Media Club: Creating an Animation.Monday 3 & Tuesday 4 August, 10-12 year olds.9:00am – 12:00pm, £10 for both daysProduce your own animated film including storyline,set design, character creation and animation.

Teen Media Club: Creating a 90-Second Short.Monday 3 – Friday 7 August, 13-16 year olds.1:00pm – 3:00pm, £25 for the weekLooking at comics and their art, you will create aone-page comic strip. You will create a comic bookstyle storyboard, then produce a short film based onyour ideas.

Booking for both clubs via Rachel Heath on024 7683 2310.

The Herbert will feature a number of events as part ofA Thing About Machines(Thursday 24 – Sunday 27 September).This annual arts festival based in Coventry exploresart and music that uses, reinterprets, reviews orrenews technology invented in the past 100 years.This year's theme is Spaces Speak. The Herbert's veryown "singing staircase" will present a new piece ofwork for the duration of the festival.For further details please seewww.athingaboutmachines.co.uk or [email protected]

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Priory Row, Coventry, CV1 5EX024 7655 2242Admission free Undercroft tours £1 per person

Discover Coventry's first Cathedral at thePriory Visitor Centre and Undercroft.

The Priory offers a fascinating glimpse into theremains of Coventry's original Benedictinemonastery, dissolved by Henry VIII. The Visitor Centrehouses some of the incredible finds from theexcavation, but also tells the story of this amazingpart of the city's history.

For hundreds of years the ruins of Coventry's firstCathedral lay hidden beneath the city centre.Coventry's Millennium project gave archaeologiststhe opportunity to excavate this important site. Overseveral years the remains of many of the medievalbuildings were uncovered.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS AT THE PRIORYAll events are drop-in and suitable for families.

Illuminated Lettering & Tussie MussiesTuesday 25 & Wednesday 26 August10:30am – 1:30pm & 12:30pm – 1:30pmCome and make a Tudor Tussie Mussie to createnew and exciting smells. Or colour in and take homean illuminated letter.

Creepy CandlesTuesday 27 October10:30am – 1:30pm & 12:30pm – 1:30pmTry your hand at designing a candle for Halloween.

Fuzzy Felting Medieval MonksWednesday 28 October10:30am – 1:30pm & 12:30pm – 1:30pmCreate your own medieval priory with monks usingfelt which sticks together to create a scene.

For the full programme of activities please visitwww.prioryvisitorcentre.org

PRIORY VISITOR CENTRE &UNDERCROFT

Coventry Road, Baginton,Warwickshire CV8 3AJ024 7678 6142Entry fees: Family £7 (2 adults & 4 children)Adult £2.50/£1.25 concsWhere stated events are free but entry fee applies.

Discover what life was really like for the Romansoldiers in Britain.

Dating from around AD60 and thought to have beenbuilt as a result of the battle between Boudica andthe Roman legions, the Lunt is the only reconstructedRoman wooden fort in Britain. Based on thearchaeological evidence on site, the Lunt's imposinggateway and ramparts have been reconstructedcreating a glimpse into the history of Roman Britain.Climb the wooden ramparts to the gateway and visitthe huge circular training gyrus, unique in Britain,where the horses and cavalry were put through theirpaces.

The Lunt is open to the public from April toSeptember, and for school and group visits fromFebruary to November.For more information about our seasonal openinghours, public events and education sessions,please call us on 024 7678 6142.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS AT THE LUNTMosaic WorkshopTuesday 4 August, 10:00am – 4:30pmJoin mosaic specialist Lawrence Payne for apractical day creating your own mosaic piecemade from Italian marble.Suitable for adults and children aged 16+Booking is essential for this event, please call 0247629 4764.Price: free site entry, £85 per person

Recycled RomansWednesday 12 August & Thursday 13 August,10:30am – 3:30pmJoin artist Jim Morris who will help you to createtalking Roman heads from recycled materials!Suitable for adults and children aged 5+

A Matter of TasteWednesday 26 August, 11:00am - 4:00pmJoin Sosia Juncina for a day all about Roman foodfrom breakfast to banquet, from the poor man’sporridge to the stuffed dormice of the wealthy. Therewill be cake to taste and at 11am and 2pm childrencan make their own white mice (using boiled eggsnot real mice!).Suitable for adults and children aged 7+.Booking is essential, please call 024 7678 6142.

For the full programme of activities please visitwww.luntromanfort.org

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