Corinium Museum

Exhibition - Two Genres - David Durston

• 10 January — 8 February 2015 *on now

10 January – 8 February 2015
The exhibition entitled, ‘Two Genres’ makes reference to the dual strands, developed in parallel, in more recent works – abstract and figurative. Painting techniques, from both styles, have served to inform each other resulting in the production of vibrant images. People familiar with Durston’s work may be both surprised and interested by his development as an artist.

David Durston is a painter and printmaker, who since the late 1960’s has worked and painted predominantly in Gloucestershire and has an M.A degree in Fine Art from Birmingham. His accolades include being a South West Arts ‘Major Award’ winner.

Free Admission. All work for sale.

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• Any age

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When in Rome

• 14 February — 15 March 2015

An exhibition by Gloucestershire Lettering Arts
14 February – 15 March
Gloucestershire Lettering Arts is a Cotswold-based society for calligraphy enthusiasts to enjoy the many and varied aspects of the lettering arts of today. GLA aims to raise the level of awareness of calligraphy, lettering and the book arts. These expressive art forms - graphically interpreting thoughts and ideas, invariably convey meaning before words are actually read.

The exhibition ‘When in Rome’ will show a variety of calligraphy and you will have the opportunity to purchase many of the exhibits which demonstrate this wonderful craft. There will be various interpretations on the theme ‘When in Rome’ using the meaning of the phrase and also its historical message.

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E.A.S.T. - Between the Lines

• 21 March — 19 April 2015

Between the Lines” is the title of the latest exhibition by E.A.S.T., East Anglian Stitch Textiles. The exhibition is based on the groups’ response to the centenary of the First World War.

Each of the twelve artists has explored the 1914/18 conflict and undertaken extensive research of their chosen theme. These include a wide range of topics from life on the Western front, the role of women, the effects on landscape and nature, allied armies, mapping, armaments and the reflections of writers and artists in the1920s.

As with all E.A.S.T. exhibitions, the work will include a wide range of textile techniques, all beautifully presented to the highest standard and expertise. The contemporary work will be accompanied by the research material making the completed display highly topical as the country remembers this significant period of our history.

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Rural Cinema - Pride

• 24 — 25 January 2015 From 2:15pm *on now

Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 January at 2.15pm
Pride- is inspired by an extraordinary true story. It's the summer of 1984, Margaret Thatcher is in power and the National Union of Mineworkers is on strike, prompting a London-based group of gay and lesbian activists to raise money to support the strikers' families. Initially rebuffed by the Union, the group identifies a tiny mining village in Wales and sets off to make their donation in person. As the strike drags on, the two groups discover that standing together makes for the strongest union of all.

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Town and Country in the Roman Cotswolds

• 29 January 2015 7-8:30am

An evening Lecture with Neil Holbrook, Cotswold Archaeology
Thursday 29 January, 7- 8.30pm
We all know that Cirencester was an important Roman town and that the Cotswolds were populated by rich villas. But how did town and country fit together? Just what role did Cirencester play – was it an administrative centre somewhat detached for its hinterland, or a bustling and vibrant market town? There were also literally hundreds of Roman farms in the Cotswolds which didn’t have villa houses. Were these the homes of free peasant small holdings, or the workers who kept the grand villa houses and their estates going? Neil’s lecture will look at these questions and examine why the Cotswolds were such a vibrant and wealthy part of Roman Britain.

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Iron Age and Saxon Coins

• 12 February 2015 2:30-4pm

Afternoon talk with Emma Stuart and Heather Dawson
Thursday 12 February, 2.30 - 4pm
Emma and Heather will take a closer look at Iron Age and Saxon coins. From Dobunnic Staters to Anglo-Saxon Sceattas, come along and explore the museum’s coin collections up close and learn a few identification techniques along the way.

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Family Drop-in - Gargoyle masks

• 16 February 2015 10:30-11:30am

Monday 16 February, 10.30-11.30am
Medieval stonework is full of funny faces and strange beasts. Join Jane to create a mask inspired by medieval gothic imagery.

Suitable for ages 3 and above

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• Any age

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Family Drop-in - Stretchy Scribes

• 17 February 2015 10:30-11:30am

Tuesday 17 February, 10.30-11.30am
Illuminated letters were pieces of beautiful art and it was often monks or officials of the King’s court that created them. Join Sara and Jane to create your own stretchy scribe with quill to take home.

Suitable for ages 3 and above

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• Any age

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Family Drop-in - Illuminated Bird on a Stick

• 18 February 2015 From 10:30am

Wednesday 18 February, 10.30-11.30am
Illuminated script often incorporates beautiful birds, beats and mythical creatures. Join Jane to create an illuminated bird on a stick to take home.

Suitable for ages 3 and above

Suitable for

• Any age

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Children’s Workshop - Mosaic Initials

• 18 February 2015 From 10am

Children’s Workshop - Mosaic Initials
Wednesday 18 February, 10am – 12noon
Inspired by the exhibition by the Gloucestershire Lettering Arts exhibition and the art of Illuminated initials, this workshop will teach the skills of mosaic making by creating your initials or an animal on a coaster for your to take home.

Cost: £7 per child, £6 for season ticket holders. Booking essential
Suitable for ages 8 and above, but please enquire about younger children.

Suitable for

• 7-10

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Discovery Zone - Writing Through Time

• 19 February 2015 11am-12:30pm

Thursday 19 February, 11am-12:30pm
A close up look with Heather Dawson and James Harris at the fascinating written material and writing equipment from the collections, including sketchbooks from the founding collections, personal letters, and writing implements throughout time from Roman to the present day.

Suitable for

• Family friendly

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Family Drop-in - Illuminated Initials

• 19 February 2015 10:30-11:30am

Family Drop-in - Illuminated Initials – with Sara Salvidge
Thursday 19 February, 10.30-11.30am
The Celtic and medieval art of illuminated script is both skilful and beautiful. Inspired by the temporary exhibition and medieval writing, you will create your own set of Illuminated initials to take home.

Suitable for ages 3 and above

Suitable for

• Any age

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Family Film Friday – The Boxtrolls

• 20 February 2015 From 11am

Friday 20 February - 11am
A family event movie from the creators of "Coraline" and "ParaNorman" that introduces audiences to a new breed of family - The Boxtrolls, a community of quirky, mischievous creatures who have lovingly raised an orphaned human boy named Eggs (voiced by Isaac Hempstead-Wright) in the amazing cavernous home they've built beneath the streets of Cheesebridge. When the town's villain, Archibald Snatcher (Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley), comes up with a plot to get rid of the Boxtrolls, Eggs decides to venture above ground, "into the light," where he meets and teams up with fabulously feisty Winnifred (Elle Fanning). Together, they devise a daring plan to save Eggs' family.

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• Any age

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Rural Cinema- What we did on our Holiday

• 21 — 22 February 2015 2:15-4pm

Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 February at 2.15pm
Rosamund Pike, David Tennant and Billy Connolly star in this family comedy written and directed by Andy Hamilton and Guy Jenkin (Creators of Outnumbered). As Doug (Tennant), his wife Abi (Pike) and their three children prepare to travel up to the Scottish Highlands for Doug's father Gordie (Connolly)'s birthday, they fail to give their children a list of things that are to be kept secret. While their offspring set about telling Grandpa and Grandma (Annette Crosbie) the ins and outs of their lives down in London, including intimate details of arguments their parents have had, Doug and Abi try to put aside their differences and have an enjoyable weekend.

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• Any age

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Beaker Burials and the Bronze Age Cotswolds

• 26 February 2015 7-8:30pm

An Evening Lecture with Dr. Alison Brookes
Thursday 26 February, 7- 8.30pm
In 2008 excavations at Kingshill North on the edge of Cirencester revealed two Beaker burials. These burials, dated c. 2400-2000 BC, make a total of 10 examples discovered from the Upper Thames over the last 25 years. Join Dr. Alison Brookes who will reveal the findings of the fieldwork and latest scientific analyses.

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Afternoon Talk - Roman Women in Corinium -Amanda Har

• 10 March 2015 2:30-3:30pm

Who were the women that lived in Roman Cirencester? What can the archaeological evidence reveal about them? Join Curator Amanda Hart for a lively discussion focussing on the small finds, skeletal evidence and inscriptions from the Roman town of Corinium.

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Corinium Cinema - Funny Face (U)

• 12 March 2015 7-9pm

Audrey Hepburn at her luminous best stars alongside Fred Astaire in the dazzling big screen adaptation of George Gershwin’s musical romp. Charged with finding a “new face”, a fashion photographer believes he has found the next big thing working in a New York bookshop. Colourful song and dance routines, fabulous outfits and a touch of romance accompany them on an event filled trip to the catwalks of Paris.

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Evening Lecture - Virtual Rome: digitally reconstructing the ancient city with Dr Matthew Nicholls

• 26 March 2015 7:30-8:30pm

Dr Matthew Nicholls of Reading University has built a huge, detailed digital model of ancient Rome, reconstructing the city as it appeared around AD315. Using the latest digital technology in combination with archaeological and literary source material, the model contains thousands of buildings from the grandest monuments to everyday housing, docks, and warehouses. Join Dr Nicholls to explore the world and buildings of ancient Rome and discover how he researched and built the model. This lecture will include some spectacular visuals.

Matthew Nicholls is Associate Professor of ancient history at the University of Reading, where he runs the City of Rome MA. He recently won the 2014 Guardian’s Higher Education Award for teaching excellence.

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Special Event - Hare/ Mosaics Family Trail

• 28 March — 12 April 2015

Special Event - Hare/ Mosaics Family Trail
In partnership with Chedworth Roman Villa
28 March – 12 April

Throughout the Easter holidays we will be running a special Hare/mosaics family trail in conjunction with neighbouring Chedworth Roman Villa. Visit the sites to do the trail and win a special prize at the end of your visit.

Suitable for

• Family friendly

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Family Drop-in - Roman Standards

• 30 March 2015 2:30-3:30pm

Family Drop-in - Roman Standards -Jane Bovenizer
Monday 30 March -2.30-3.30pm
Join us to make a Roman Standard which you can carry on your journey through Cirencester like a real Roman soldier.

Suitable for ages 3 and above

Suitable for

• Any age

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Family Drop-in - Woolly Mammoths

• 30 March 2015 10:30-11:30am

Family Drop-in - Woolly Mammoths Aimee-Jane Hacker
Monday 30 March - 10.30-11.30am

Be inspired by the Ice Age and Stone Age when massive mammoths roamed across the Cotswolds. Create your own woolly mammoth with our palaeobiologist volunteer.

Suitable for ages 3 and above

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Family Drop-in - Roman Shields

• 31 March 2015 10:30-11:30am

Family Drop-in - Roman Shields with Sara Salvidge
Tuesday 31 March - 10.30-11.30am

Protect yourself by making a copy of a Roman shield. Using Eagle wings and thunder bolts, your shield will turn you into a fine Roman soldier.

£1.50 per child Free for season ticket holders Suitable for ages 3 and above

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• Any age

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