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Hunterian Friends Events Archive

A Century of Style: Costume and Colour 1800 – 1899

Friday 20 November 2015
10.00am – 11.30am
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow
Tickets: £20.00 per Friend

A rare opportunity for Friends with an interest in fashion, courtesy of Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum’s important collection of 19th century European costume. Friends will enjoy a private tour of the new exhibition A Century of Style: Costume and Colour 1800-1899 with curator Rebecca Quinton. Arranged thematically by colour, it covers a hundred years of costume, exploring the use of colour within a political, economic, social and technological context. Followed by coffee.

To book, download and return our A Century of Style Booking Form.

Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Friday 13 November 2015.

The Kangaroo and the Moose

Thursday 8 October 2015
6.00pm – 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15.00 per Friend

Friends will join Hunterian curators to explore this new display developed in partnership with the National Maritime Museum and inspired by the painting The Kongouro from New Holland by George Stubbs. Friends will have the opportunity to enjoy the display and its themes of art, science and exploration.

To book, download and return our The Kangaroo and the Moose Booking Form‌‌.

Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Thursday 1 October 2015. This event was previously titled Traveller's Tails. The event location has moved to the Hunterian Art Gallery.

Cradle of Scotland

Thursday 10 September 2015
6.00pm – 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15.00 per Friend

Hunterian Director Professor David Gaimster and colleagues from the University of Glasgow and Perth Museum and Art Gallery will talk about Cradle of Scotland, a major new collaborative exhibition featuring remarkable archaeological finds from Forteviot in Perthshire, a site of medieval significance. Friends will explore the original artefacts presented alongside replicas and visualisations and the latest advances in archaeological technology.

To book, download and return our Cradle of Scotland Booking Form.

Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Thursday 3 September 2015.

Lusitania Medals

Thursday 4 June 2015
6.00pm – 8.00pm
Hunterian Museum
Tickets: £15.00 per Friend

As part of the continuing WWI commemorations, Dr Donal Bateson, Hunterian Senior Curator and Reader in Numismatics, outlines the story behind the medals created in the wake of the Lusitania sinking of 1915. Medals originating in both Germany and Britain form part of the display, the designs of which caused a furore at the time. Friends will discover their origin and the journey which led to them becoming part of The Hunterian collection.

To book, download and return our Lusitania Medals Booking Form‌.

Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Thursday 28 May 2015.

Curator’s Insight: Duncan Shanks Sketchbooks

Monday 11 May 2015
2.00pm – 4.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £20.00 per Friend - limited to 10 people

Leading Scottish landscape painter, Duncan Shanks, recently made a major gift to The Hunterian of his entire output of sketchbooks from the past 45 years. This important addition to our collection has been catalogued, photographed and conserved and a selection forms the special focus display Duncan Shanks Sketchbooks. At this intimate event, Hunterian curator Anne Dulau Beveridge will give Friends a personal tour of the display, offering expert insight.

This event is now fully booked.

Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Lyon & Turnbull Lecture and Lunch

Friday 8 May 2015 
11.30am
The Lighthouse, Glasgow
Tickets: 10 complimentary tickets available

Our sponsors Lyon & Turnbull invite Friends to a lecture by expert Colin Fraser, followed by lunch and an exclusive preview of highlights from their Inaugural Jacobean Auction, showcasing the art and relics of the Jacobites, their supporters and adversaries. Coffee on arrival, pre-lunch drinks at 12.15pm and lunch at 1.00pm.

This event is now fully booked.

Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Explore Egypt

Thursday 9 April 2015
6.00pm – 8.00pm
Hunterian Museum
Tickets: £15.00 per Friend

Friends are invited to join Hunterian curator Dr Sally-Anne Coupar and Scotland’s leading Egyptologist Dr Angela McDonald to explore The Hunterian’s fascinating Egyptian collections, including objects from some of the most important excavations of the 20th century. This event is supported by Glengoyne Distillery and Friends will have the opportunity to taste some of their excellent malts in a Whisky and Chocolate matching.

To book, download and return our Explore Egypt Booking Form.

Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Thursday 2 April 2015.

Ingenious Impressions

Thursday 5 March 2015
6.00pm – 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15.00 per Friend

Exhibition curator Julie Gardham from the University of Glasgow Library will introduce Friends to this stunning new exhibition that charts the development of the early printed book in Europe. The University holds one of the UK’s most important collections of early printed books or incunabula and more than half comes from the collection of Hunterian founder Dr William Hunter.

To book, download and return our Ingenious Impressions Booking Form.

Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk 

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Thursday 26 February 2015.

‌‌Scottish Art and Poetry Evening

Thursday 4 December 2014
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15.00 per Friend

Join us for an event which will explore how artists and poets draw inspiration from each other and various common sources. Focusing on our Scottish Art collection, Professor Alan Riach from the Scottish Literature Department will read works by a variety of poets and writers.

To book, download and return the Scottish Art and Poetry Booking Form
Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Thursday 27 November 2014.

‌‌Behind the Scenes Print Room Visit

Wednesday 15 October 2014
2.00pm - 4.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £20.00 per Friend
Places are limited

Following the success and popularity of last year's visit to the Hunterian Art Gallery Print Room, Friends will have another opportunity to get up close to some of the highlights of our world class print collection. An exclusive opportunity for our Friends group and not to be missed!

To book, download and return the Behind the Scenes Booking Form
Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Wednesday 8 October 2014.

‌A Personal Tour of Windyhill

NOW FULLY BOOKED!

Thursday 9 October 2014 (please note, this date has changed from 30 September)
2.00pm - 5.00pm

Hunterian Friends are offered a rare opportunity to visit this private home designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Owner David Cairns will lead a personal tour of Windyhill giving us his unique insight into this remarkable building. Friends will also be accompanied by Professor of Mackintosh Studies, Pamela Robertson.

‌‌Science Showcase

Thursday 25 September 2014
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Museum
Tickets: £15.00 per Friend

Friends will have the chance to experience the Hunterian Science Showcase, located on the balcony level of the Hunterian Museum. The Showcase focuses on the latest discoveries and advances in scientific and medical research at the University of Glasgow. Friends will also have the opportunity to see the results of the restoration of the Lister and Kelvin portraits.

To book, download and return the Science Showcase Booking Form
Email: Eleanor.Capaldi@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Thursday 18 September 2014.

‌Mackintosh Architecture

Friday 18 July 2014
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15.00 per Friend

Professor Pamela Robertson will introduce Friends to this major new exhibition. Mackintosh Architecture is the first substantive exhibition devoted to the architecture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and draws on a landmark research project led by The Hunterian.

To book, download and return the Mackintosh Architecture Booking Form
Email: Mhairi.Sawyer@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Friday 11 July 2014.

‌Picturing Venus

Thursday 22 May 2014
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15 per Friend - limited to 20 people

Curator Peter Black will provide a tour of this 'In Focus' display exploring the ancient Roman goddess Venus' prominence as a symbol of female beauty in Renaissance art. Some of the most beautiful prints in The Hunterian collection are featured, including Dürer's Adam and Eve and Marcantonio's Judgement of Paris.

To book, download and return the Picturing Venus Booking Form
Email: Mhairi.Sawyer@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Monday 19 May 2014.

‌Lyon & Turnbull Inaugural Scottish Sale

Tuesday 6 May 2014
6.00pm – 8.00pm
The Lighthouse, Mitchell Lane, Glasgow
Tickets: Free to Friends and their guests

Friends are invited to join our sponsors Lyon & Turnbull to enjoy an exclusive preview of the highlights from their forthcoming sale including Scottish paintings and sculpture, select jewellery and watches, fine antiques and Asian works of art. A great opportunity to find out more about our sponsors!

To book, email: Mhairi.Sawyer@glasgow.ac.uk
Download Lyon & Turnbull Invitation

Please note, the closing date for bookings is Thursday 1 May 2014.‌

Curator-led tour of J D Fergusson exhibition

Wednesday 26 March 2014
11.00am
National Gallery of Modern Art, Modern Two, Belford Road, Edinburgh
Tickets: £25 per Friend (includes lunch) - limited to 20 people

Hunterian Friends are invited to the National Gallery of Modern Art, Modern Two (Belford Road, Edinburgh) to join curator Alice Strang on an exclusive tour of their current exhibition, The Scottish Colourist Series: J D Fergusson. This exhibition features one of The Hunterian's most famous paintings - Fergusson's Les Eus. Friends will meet in Edinburgh at Modern Two for this curator-led tour followed by lunch. Further information.

To book, download and return the Fergusson Exhibition Booking Form
Email: Mhairi.Sawyer@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is 7 March 2014.

Scottish Gold

Thursday 20 March 2014
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15 per Friend

This major new exhibition features a spectacular array of Scottish gold items from the Bronze Age to the present. Curator Dr Neil Clark will guide Friends through the show which tells the story of the precious metal as part of the natural history of Scotland and its historical uses.

To book, download and return the Scottish Gold Booking Form
Email: Mhairi.Sawyer@glasgow.ac.uk

Please note, the closing date for bookings is 14 March 2014.

William Hunter and Captain Cook

Thursday 20 February 2014
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Museum
Tickets: £15 per Friend

The Hunterian is home to an exciting collection of both natural and artificial 'curiosities', many of which are believed to have come from the voyages of Captain James Cook. Although the ethnography collection has objects from around the world, many of the 'star' objects in the collection were acquired by William Hunter from the returning Cook expeditions during the period 1771-1780. Curator Dr Sally-Anne Coupar will talk about this internationally important collection, bringing along some rare objects from our stores.

To book, fill in and return the booking form or email Mhairi Sawyer.

Hunter and Cook Booking Form

Email: Mhairi.Sawyer@glasgow.ac.uk

Director's Briefing

Hunterian Museum
Wednesday 12 February
3.00pm
Tickets: Free to Hunterian Friends

Professor David Gaimster invites Friends to join him to discuss the future plans for The Hunterian, our forthcoming exhibition programme, and the exciting Kelvin Hall developments. There will be time for a question and answer session at this event.

This is a free event but please call or email Mhairi if you would like to come along.

Telephone: 0141 330 8401
Email: Mhairi.Sawyer@glasgow.ac.uk

Whistler and Watercolour

Wednesday 4 December 2013
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15.00 Friends/Guests, £8.00 Student member

A chance for Friends to enjoy a private viewing of this new exhibit and to find out more about the show from exhibition curator, Dr Patricia de Montfort.

To book, please fill in Whistler and Watercolour Booking Form

Pioneers of Science

Thursday 24 October 2013
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Museum
Tickets: £15 Friends/Guests, £8 Student member

Enjoy an unique insight into the science collections of Scotland's finest university museum in the company of our curators

You can book by filling in the Pioneers of Science Booking Form

An Introduction to the Print Collection

Tuesday 22 October
2.00pm – 4.00pm
Tickets: £10 Friends, £5 Student member

**Due to the nature of this event places are limited to 12 people**

Behind the Scenes - Special Event

The Hunterian houses one of Scotland’s most important and extensive collections of works on paper, numbering some 40,000 prints, drawings, pastels and watercolours. Join Hunterian curators Pamela Robertson and Peter Black as they take Friends on a behind the scenes tour of the Gallery and offer a rare opportunity to view a selection of prints from The Hunterian's collection up close.

You can book by filling in the Print Room Event Booking Form

Allan Ramsay: Portraits of the Enlightenment

Thursday 19 September 2013
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15.00 Friends/Guests, £8.00 Student member

2013 marks the tercentenary of Allan Ramsay’s birth, one of Britain’s most accomplished 18th century portrait painters whose elegant style set him apart from other portrait painters of the time. To celebrate, The Hunterian will stage a major new exhibition dedicated to Ramsay featuring a number of the important works which made him famous. Mungo Campbell, Hunterian Deputy Director, will talk to Friends about Ramsay’s fascinating place in the intellectual and cultural life of Edinburgh, London, Paris and Rome in the mid 18th century.

You can book by filling in the Ramsay Event Booking Form

Image 1: Self Portrait, Allan Ramsay © National Portrait Gallery, London

Director’s Choice with Professor David Gaimster

Thursday 13 June 2013
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15 Friends/Guests, £8 Student member

Professor David Gaimster, Director of The Hunterian, will take Friends on an exclusive tour of the Hunterian Art Gallery, giving a personal insight into some of his favourite works

To book, please fill in the Director's Choice Booking Form

This Unrivalled Collection

Thursday 21 March 2013
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Tickets: £15 Friends/Guests, £8 Student member

The bicentenary of the publication of the first catalogue of The Hunterian in 1813 is the focus of this special anniversary exhibition. The exhibits recreate a sense of Scotland's first public museum experience and trigger a dialogue between the knowledge base of early 19th century Britain and our understanding of human history and the natural world today. Fascinating objects with fascinating stories.

Friends will enjoy a private viewing of the exhibition in the company of curator Geoff Hancock and Director David Gaimster. Refreshments will be available.

Booking information will follow shortly.

Christmas Event

Thursday 6 December 2012
Hunterian Museum
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Free

Join us in the Hunterian Museum for some festive cheer and take the opportunity to socialise with other Friends and Hunterian staff.

The Hunterian Friends scheme was launched late in 2011 and now has 164 members. Hunterian Friends can help grow membership numbers by bringing some friends along to the Christmas event and introducing them to benefits of membership.

The event is free and open to Hunterian Friends and invited guests (up to two guests per member). Non-members are also welcome but will be placed on a reserve list and contacted after 3 December if places are available.
 
Please download the booking form to register and return it by 3 December to:

The Hunterian Friends
The Hunterian
University of Glasgow
Glasgow G12 8QQ

Registration is required as we expect a good response and numbers may be limited.

Download Friends Christmas Event Booking Form.

Rembrandt and the Passion

Thursday 20 September 2012
Hunterian Art Gallery
6.00pm - 8.00pm
£15.00 donation for Friends and their guests, £8.00 per Student member
£25.00 for non-members

A chance for Friends to enjoy a private viewing of the new major exhibition Rembrandt and the Passion, and to find out more about the show from exhibition curators Peter Black and Dr Erma Hermens. Friends will also have the chance to enjoy the magnificent new displays in the Hunterian Art Gallery. Refreshments will be available.

This event is open to Hunterian Friends and their guests. Places are limited and on a first come, first served basis. Non-members will be put on a waiting list and contacted after Thursday 13 September 2012 if places are available.

To book, please download the booking form (link below), then complete and return it with your donation to the address below by Thursday 13 September 2012. Donations can be made by cash or cheque. Please make cheques payable to 'The University of Glasgow'. Non-members should send no money now. Donations can be made on confirmation of places.

The Hunterian Friends
The Hunterian
University of Glasgow
Glasgow G12 8QQ

Booking Form 200912

Director’s Choice with Professor David Gaimster

Thursday 14 June 2012
Hunterian Museum
6.00pm - 8.00pm
£15.00 donation per person for Friends, £25.00 for Non-members

This exclusive event provides a unique opportunity to accompany Hunterian Director, Professor David Gaimster, on a tour of the Museum galleries. Professor Gaimster will speak about the scope and strengths of this encyclopaedic collection and will give a personal insight into his favourite objects.

The Hunterian Director’s Choice volume will also be launched on the evening and Hunterian Friends and guests will be able to purchase this latest edition in the prestigious SCALA publication series at a special price.

Canapés and wine will be served. Places are limited - so please book early!

This event is open to Hunterian Friends and one guest (Friends/guest rate - £15.00 donation per person). Hunterian Friends receive priority booking. Non-members will be placed on a waiting list and contacted after the closing date (Friday 8 June) if places are available (Non-members rate - £25.00 donation per person).

To book, please complete the Booking Form and return it, with your donation, to the address below by Friday 8 June 2012. Donations can be made by cash or cheque. Please make cheques payable to ‘The University of Glasgow’.

For further information, please email Mhairi Sawyer.

The Hunterian Friends
The Hunterian
University of Glasgow
Glasgow G12 8QQ

The Antonine Wall with Professor David Breeze OBE

Thursday 15 March 2012
Hunterian Museum
6.00pm - 8.00pm
£15.00 donation per person for Friends
£8.00 for Student members
£25.00 for Non-members

The first Friends event of 2012 provides an exclusive opportunity to view The Hunterian's much praised Antonine Wall: Rome's Final Frontier gallery under the guidance of the leading UK expert on Roman frontiers. Professor David Breeze OBE will talk about the significance of the Antonine Wall, and will give personal insights and observations on key objects in the gallery.

The Hunterian's new book in its Treasures series, dedicated to the new gallery, will also be launched on the evening. Friends and guests will be able to obtain a copy of the book at a special price.

Refreshments will be available. Places are limited - please book early!

This event is open to Hunterian Friends and one guest (Friends/guest rate - £15.00 donation per person). Hunterian Friends receive priority booking. Non-members will be placed on a waiting list and contacted after the closing date (Thursday 2 March) if places are available (non-members rate - £25.00 donation per person).

To book, please complete the Friends Antonine Wall Booking Form and return it, with your donation*, to the address below by Thursday 2 March 2012. Donations can be made by cash or cheque. Please make cheques payable to ‘The University of Glasgow’.

*Non-members should not send any cash or cheques at the moment. Donations can be made after Thursday 2 March, when a place has been confirmed. 

The Hunterian Friends
The Hunterian
University of Glasgow
Glasgow G12 8QQ

Christmas Time in the South of France

Thursday 15 December 2011
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery
Minimum £10.00 donation per person

Join Senior Curator, Professor Pamela Robertson for a seasonal look at the current exhibition, 'Colour, Rhythm and Form: J. D. Fergusson and France'.  Fergusson’s sun-filled painting, 'Christmas Time in the South of France', provides a starting point for an exploration of Fergusson’s years in the South of France. Professor Robertson introduces the artist’s network of friends and acquaintances, asking who would Fergusson have invited for Christmas lunch? The informal presentation will be supported by additional works from the reserve collection.

Guests will also have the chance to catch up on any last minute Christmas shopping in the Art Gallery Shop and enjoy a special performance of carols. Refreshments will be available.

The event is open to all, but Hunterian Friends will receive priority booking. Donations go to The Hunterian Friends fund, which helps support new exhibitions, new acquisitions and conservation work at The Hunterian.

To reserve you place, please download the  and return it with your donation by Monday 12 December 2011.

Donations can be made by cash or cheque - please make cheques payable to 'The University of Glasgow'.

Forms and donations can be returned to reception in the Hunterian Museum or Art Gallery or by post to:

The Hunterian Friends
The Hunterian
University of Glasgow
Glasgow G12 8QQ

Please contact Harriet.Gaston@glasgow.ac.uk for further information.

The Hunterian Friends Taster Evening

Wednesday 9 November 2011
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Hunterian Art Gallery

The Hunterian Friends scheme offers members a range of exclusive benefits and opportunities to participate actively in the work of The Hunterian – the nation’s leading university museum and one of Scotland’s most important cultural assets.

Join us at the Hunterian Art Gallery on 9 November for a special taster evening and discover what you could experience as a Hunterian Friend. Meet some of our expert curatorial staff and enjoy privileged access to treasures from our world class collections.

The evening will be hosted by broadcaster Kirsty Wark, supporter of The Hunterian Friends.

We hope you will join us and become a Friend!

Please note, this event is now fully booked. Details of further events for members of The Hunterian Friends will be posted here soon. 

Programme
6.00pm - Drinks and canapés on arrival
6.20pm - Welcome from Professor David Gaimster, Director of The Hunterian
6.30pm - Kirsty Wark talks about why she is supporting The Hunterian Friends
6.45pm - Taster sessions begin

Rembrandt
The Hunterian is planning a major exhibition, ‘Rembrandt and the Passion’, for the autumn of 2012. This exhibition will focus on one of our masterpieces, Rembrandt’s ‘Entombment’, which formed part of the founding bequest of Dr William Hunter. Exhibition Curator Peter Black will be available to discuss our plans for this ambitious exhibition.

New Acquisitions
The Hunterian continues to add works to the collections through gifts, purchase and bequest. Pamela Robertson, Senior Curator (Art Gallery), will present two important recent acquisitions, the striking portrait of ‘Fraülein Engelhardt’ by Marie-Louise von Motesiczky (1906 – 1996), and a previously undocumented copper and enamel candlestick from the mid 1890s by Margaret and Frances Macdonald.

Donal Bateson, Senior Curator (Museum), will introduce a selection of recently-acquired coins and medals and the personal stories attached to them. These include a rare Russian platinum 3 roubles, a group of 19th century prize University medals, medals by Malcolm Appleby and a French medal of Douglas Haig.

Research
Research is an ongoing activity at The Hunterian, both curator-led and in support of colleagues and students within and outwith the University. Dr Nicky Imrie, Postdoctoral Researcher, will introduce an important current project, a major investigation into the architecture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, which is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council.

Colour, Rhythm and Form
The Hunterian runs a varied exhibition programme drawn from the permanent collections and external sources. These are mounted in Gallery 2 and in the Focus Space in the Main gallery – currently showing ‘The Art of the Poster’. Exhibition Curator Sarah Skinner, will provide a brief introduction to ‘Colour, Rhythm and Form: J. D. Fergusson and France’ at 7.00pm and 7.30pm.

The Hunterian (Art Gallery)
University of Glasgow
82 Hillhead Street
Glasgow G12 8QQ