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Instagram post 2192413390207208501_11126819107 There's something very pleasing 😊 about this watercolour painting don't you think? It is by Watchet-based artist Jenny Barron and demonstrates her fascination with form and structure. Discover more of Jenny's work on display now until 7 March. Entry is free.
Instagram post 2183353432680441010_11126819107 OPENS TODAY! 'Form & Fascination' is a new exhibition of detailed watercolour paintings by Watchet-based artist Jenny Barron. It brings together a number of the artist’s distinctive still lifes, for which she has become well known, as well as some of her more imaginative works. Free entry.
Instagram post 2182780764517707506_11126819107 Amongst the loans currently on display from @Tategallery are paintings from members of Unit One - a group of abstract and surrealist artists, led by Paul Nash. In 1934 Tristram Hillier was asked to join Unit One and their influential show toured the UK. IMAGE: Edward Wadsworth, 1932, Dux et Comes #20thcenturyart #somerset #museumofsomerset #taunton #modernism #surrealism #westonloanprogramme
Instagram post 2177707048714743378_11126819107 On Thursday 21st at 2.00 pm we have a short gallery tour when you can discover more about the life and works of the painter #TristramHillier. Discover his Somerset connections, the inspiration he found in Spain and Portugal and unravel the intriguing symbolism found in his work. Just come along! IMAGE: Fishing Craft at Peniche,1959, Collection of Alyson Charles courtesy of the Chris Beetles Gallery #20thcenturyart #somerset #museumofsomerset #taunton #modernism #surrealism
Instagram post 2171909047681307022_11126819107 On Saturday (9th) we open one of our most ambitious exhibitions. It includes 50 artworks on loan from across the UK and showcases the work of Tristram Hiller, one of Britain’s most distinctive 20th-century artists. We hope that you enjoy this clip - the full film is on our website and we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. Landscapes of the Mind: The Art of Tristram Hillier, 9 Nov – 18 April, supported by @artfund @aceagrams #20thcenturyart #somerset #museumofsomerset #taunton #modernism #surrealism #westonloanprogramme
Instagram post 2148594591119588414_11126819107 "It's the local children's favourite time of year. The leaves of the horse-chestnut trees are turning orangey-brown, and beneath every one is a treasure trove of spiky green balls, each beginning to split open to reveal the dark shiny fruit within. Is there any natural object as instantly alluring as the conker?" 🍂🍁 Excerpt from Wild Hares and Hummingbirds by Stephen Moss. Who else is collecting conkers this month? . . . . .
Instagram post 2143521128444913516_11126819107 "We return home with hands stained mauve by blackberry juice, along with a few red marks as a sign of the sacrifice we made to pick them. That evening, we enjoy a pie made from home-grown cooking apples and the fruits of our blackberrying labours." 🍁🍂🥧 Excerpt from Wild Hares and Hummingbirds by Stephen Moss. Who else has been out blackberry picking? #WildSomerset . . . 🔍Wild Hares and Hummingbirds is a playful, interactive exhibition for families, exploring the natural world and based on the book by Stephen Moss. For more information please follow the link in our bio. . . . #museumofsomerset #swmuseums #somersetmuseum #tauntonmuseum #visitsomerset #somerset #taunton #stephenmoss #wildlife #autumn
Instagram post 2138447792564288703_11126819107 "Sometime during the middle of the month, the first true autumn morning dawns over the parish. The air holds a new and unfamiliar chill, and early risers have the unaccustomed experience of seeing steam on their breath as they stroll down to pick up the day's provisions at the village shop..." 🍂🍁Excerpt from Wild Hares and Hummingbirds by Stephen Moss. Are you feeling autumnal yet? #WildSomerset . . . 🔍Wild Hares and Hummingbirds is a playful, interactive exhibition for families, exploring the natural world and based on the book by Stephen Moss. For more information please follow the link in our bio. . . . #museumofsomerset #swmuseums #somersetmuseum #tauntonmuseum #stephenmoss #wildlife #somerset #visitsomerset
Instagram post 2131834045229733334_11126819107 Tristram Hillier RA (1905–1983) was one of the most accomplished and distinctive 20th-century British artists. Painting for many years from a base in Somerset, he created pictures in a uniquely intense and memorable style. We are delighted to announce that in November we will be opening the first retrospective of Hillier’s work in more than 30 years. It is set to be one of the most ambitious exhibitions the museum has ever staged. It brings together over 50 pictures from private lenders and from national and regional collections. Major works include Variation on the Form of an Anchor (pictured) and La Route des Alpes from the collections of @Tate and Pylons and Quantoxhead from @natgalleriessco The loans have been made possible by support from @aceagrams and #WesternLoanProgramme, created by the Garfield Weston Foundation and @artfund #TristramHillier #20thcenturyart #TateBritain #painter #museumofsomerset #Taunton #UnitOne
Instagram post 2128542630261447903_11126819107 Have you booked your ticket yet to see @paddleboat.theatre? 🎭 Join us next Sunday for a playful family show full of storytelling, songs and, of course, the scoop of the century! 🎶📰 . . . 🔍For more information and how to book, please follow the link in our bio. . . . #museumofsomerset #swmuseums #somersetmuseum #tauntonmuseum #paddleboattheatre #kidsinmuseums #whatsontaunton #visittaunton #visitsomerset #taunton #somerset
Instagram post 2128300830816979511_11126819107 "Now that September is here, the nights are gradually drawing in. Outside the Old Vicarage, a bird is perched on the telegraph wires: those same wires where, a few months ago, the first swallow of summer was sitting. The bird is a tawny owl. It sits on the topmost wire, unnoticed by drivers passing beneath on their journey home from work. After a few minutes, it drops off the wire on soft, silent wings..." 🦉 Excerpt from Wild Hares and Hummingbirds by Stephen Moss. #WildSomerset . . . 🔍Wild Hares and Hummingbirds is a playful, interactive exhibition for families, exploring the natural world and based on the book by Stephen Moss. For more information please follow the link in our bio. . . . . #museumofsomerset #somersetmuseum #swmuseums #stephenmoss #autumn #wildlife #taunton #somerset #visitsomerset
Instagram post 2124633798661594334_11126819107 'Reedbeds and Waterways: Journeys Across the Somerset Levels' is in it's final week. Featuring the remarkable work of printmaker, Jackie Curtis, 'Reedbeds' takes you on a ramble through the different landscapes and seasons of the Levels through Jackie's intricate and enchanting artwork. Pop in this week for a final look! 🌙🦉 #WildSomerset . . . #museumofsomerset #somersetmuseum #tauntonmuseum #swmuseums #jackiecurtis #femaleartist #somersetlevels #somersetart #visittaunton #taunton #visitsomerset #somerset
Instagram post 2123227474769741188_11126819107 'September opens with a cool, bright, misty morning. The dampness in the air is palpable in the hours after dawn, but soon burns off as the sun strengthens in the early-autumn sky.' 🍁🍂🍄 Our exhibition, Wild Hares and Hummingbirds is taking us into autumn! Based on the book by Stephen Moss, this family exhibition explores the natural world through the seasons. Have you spotted any signs of autumn yet? #WildSomerset . . . . 🔍Wild Hares and Hummingbirds is a playful, interactive exhibition for families, exploring the natural world and based on the book by Stephen Moss. Entry adult £3 / child £2. Until 26 Oct. . . . #museumofsomerset #somersetmuseum #tauntonmuseum #tauntoncastle #wildharesandhummingbirds #wildlifewednesday #stephenmoss #somersetlevels #visitsomerset #somerset #visittaunton #taunton #swmuseums #swhtdiscovery
Instagram post 2122761452640077621_11126819107 Our Museum Managers were *ahem* persuaded to participate in our Volunteer Summer Party on Thursday. Needless to say, our volunteers' aim improved impressively over the evening 😂 . . . #museumofsomerset #somersetmuseum #tauntonmuseum #volunteer #swmuseums #museumlife #taunton #somerset
Instagram post 2120408489831191247_11126819107 🎨Autumn Hedgerow by Jackie Curtis . . Did you know that all the prints from our exhibition Reedbeds and Waterways are for sale? 🎨 Featuring the works of printmaker, Jackie Curtis, the exhibition follows the changing seasons of the Somerset Levels. We also have a number of Jackie's prints for sale in our shop. But be quick! The exhibition closes on 7 September! 🦉🌙 #WildSomerset . . . #museumofsomerset #somersetmuseum #swmuseums #swhtdiscovery #femaleartist #somersetart #jackiecurtis #somersetlevels #visitsomerset #somerset #visittaunton #taunton #reedbedsandwaterways
Instagram post 2117509343761935386_11126819107 🎨 Starling Roost by Jackie Curtis . . LAST CHANCE TO SEE! We're nearing the end of our exhibition, Reedbeds and Waterways, featuring the artwork of Somerset printmaker Jackie Curtis. If you haven't already, pop into the Museum and take a journey through the changing seasons and landscapes of the Somerset Levels 🦉🌙 You can view the exhibition for FREE in the Museum's Hammet Room until 7 September #WildSomerset . . . #museumofsomerset #somersetmuseum #swmuseums #swhtdiscovery #femaleartist #somersetart #jackiecurtis #somersetlevels #visitsomerset #somerset #visittaunton #taunton #reedbedsandwaterways
Instagram post 2116946240926136865_11126819107 We are excited to announce our next #WildSomerset exhibition 🌿🌳 'Does Happiness Grow On Trees' showcases artwork created by local people for the @blackdownhillsaonb @mendiphillsaonb and @quantockhills competition, which asked entrants to create something in response to how being in nature makes them feel. There were more than 70 entries across the county, from pre-school children through to adults in their 80's and their artwork will be available to view from 14 September in the Museum's Hammet Room. Supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund. Artwork by four year old Ezra. . . 🔍For more information please follow the link in our bio . . . #museumofsomerset #somersetmuseum #swmuseums #swhtdiscovery #somerset #visitsomerset #aonb #quantocks #blackdowns #mendips
Instagram post 2116784572696123624_11126819107 Have you visited our exhibition, Wild Hares and Hummingbirds, yet? Check out today's Stories for a peek inside! 🐇🦋 #WildSomerset . . . 🔍Wild Hares and Hummingbirds is a playful, interactive exhibition for families exploring the natural world. Based on the book by Stephen Moss. Follow the link in our bio for more information. . . . . #museumofsomerset #somersetmuseum #swmuseums #swhtdiscovery #wildharesandhummingbirds #stephenmoss #wildlife #somerset #visitsomerset #visittaunton #taunton
Instagram post 2113812565276790447_11126819107 Chase away those rainy day blues with a look at our new cards by exhibition artist, Jackie Curtis 🌧☂️ Featured are some of her bestselling prints, including Cranes and Lapwings and the Banks of the River Parratt 🌿🦋See what else you can find with a visit to our Museum shop. . . . #museumofsomerset #tauntoncastle #somersetmuseum #visittaunton #visitsomerset #wildsomerset #jackiecurtis #femaleartist #taunton #somerset #swmuseums #reedbedsandwaterways
Instagram post 2112295310886495955_11126819107 🎨The Majestic Fisherman by Jackie Curtis. This kingfisher monoprint is from a series of studies of kingfishers by the artist. The birds rarely pose long enough for a photograph but on this occasion Jackie was lucky enough to photograph one with a fish, from which this print was produced. 🐟🐦 . . 🔍 You can view this artwork in our exhibition Reedbeds and Waterways on show in the Museum's Hammet Room until 7 September. #WildSomerset . . . #museumofsomerset #somersetmuseum #jackiecurtis #femaleartist #visittaunton #taunton #visitsomerset #somerset #somersetart #swhtdiscovery #swmuseums
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On Wednesday, December 18, come along to ‘A Somerset Christmas’ for an evening of carols and stories.
The evening includes performances from Wood Street Community Choir, Somerset readings and a festive tour of the museum collections. We'll provide the mulled cider and mince pies 😊 ... See MoreSee Less

Fun festivities at The Museum of Somerset in Taunton

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THERE are many Christmas events to keep you entertained at the museum of Somerset this month. Santa will be setting up his grotto in the alms house…
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Following his sold-out performance last month, the astonishing Kieron Lefever brings his 'Connected' magic show back to The Museum of Somerset this Friday 13th December.

Kieron will be performing in the intimate surroundings of our Old School Room. But despite the close proximity, we defy you to explain how he does tricks like this one!

Tickets are £16 including a glass of fizz /£14 for groups of 6+ (age 14+). Book online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/themuseumofsomerset
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Finding Your Playing Card In An Unpeeled Orange!

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Kieron Johnson stuns bar staff by asking them to pick a card, proceeding in eating the card and then magically revelaling that their card has regenerated ins...

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We're so excited; Santa has finally arrived at the Museum! He''l be joining us today Dec 7 and on the 14th,18th & 21st. Details of how to book on our website: swheritage.org.uk/events/santas-grotto/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Looking for something to do this December?

Look no further... here are the exhibitions you MUST see this month.

Make sure you check out what's on at @tateliverpool, @illustrationHQ, @DovecotStudios, @kettlesyard, @SomersetMuseum and a lot more.

http://artfund.org/whats-on/more-to-see-and-do/listicles/best-art-exhibitions-december

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For festive music, stories, food and drink all with a uniquely Somerset flavour check out what's on at the museum this month > https://swheritage.org.uk/museum-of-somerset/whats-on/
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This Christmas the The Museum of Somerset is hosting performances and talks that explore local festive traditions. And, of course, a visit from Father Christmas!

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