John Keane was announced as the winner of the Main Prize for the Aesthetica Art Prize 2015 at the exhibition preview yesterday evening. Keane rose to national prominence in 1991 when he was appointed as the official British war artist during the Gulf War, and has continued to investigate the most pressing political questions of our time …

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The myths and distorted truths that have shaped modern perceptions of Richard III will be compared to the historical facts, in a new exhibition at the Yorkshire Museum, York. Richard III: Man and Myth will use the museum’s nationally significant collections and loans from across Yorkshire to consider the life, times and legacy of …

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Get “dough-eyed” at York Venues Wedding Fair on Sunday 29th March with everything from dazzling dresses to delicious doughnuts available for your big day. Guests will find around 40 stalls offering services such as floristry, bridal dress designs, personalised stationary and quirky extras such as ice-cream carts and even a doughnut stand! Jennifer Chadwick, weddings and …

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Aesthetica and York Museums Trust present the Aesthetica Art Prize Exhibition, running from 26 March to 31 May at York St Mary’s – York Art Gallery’s contemporary art space. Now in its eighth year, the Prize is an internationally acclaimed award that recognises excellence in contemporary art from around the world awarding £5,000 to the winner, courtesy …

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Hundreds of ceramic tiles inspired by the unique paving on York’s streets will be used on the new first floor extension of York Art Gallery. More than 300 double hexagon shaped tiles are to be fitted to the exterior of what will become part of the Centre of Ceramic Art (CoCA) when the gallery reopens …

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Top female scientists will this week be hosting a day of hands on demonstrations and amazing gadgets at the Yorkshire Museum in York to celebrate International Women’s Day. The York branch of ScienceGrrl are hoping to share their passion for all things scientific, including talking about their research (such as biology, nuclear physics, particle …

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York Museums Trust has been granted £200,000 from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and the Wolfson Foundation to open a brand new exhibition at York Castle Museum in spring 2016. Shaping the Body will bring together costume, art and archaeology from the collections across York Museums Trust to reveal the many factors that have an …

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This Easter bring the family to take part in some fantastic events and activities at both York Castle Museum and the Yorkshire Museum. York Castle Museum This Easter find out the history behind one of our favourite Easter treats and compete in our egg decorating competition. Easter Trail Available every day, 9.30am-5.00pm Can you …

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The world’s first geological map which underpinned the Industrial Revolution and helped discover a more accurate age of the planet will go on show at the Yorkshire Museum in May, 200 years after its creation. William “Strata” Smith, who had strong links to Yorkshire and the Yorkshire Museum, made the geological map of England and …

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Fight for women’s right to vote at York Castle Museum this February half term! Pick up a placard, slip on a sash and set about the Victorian street of Kirkgate at the museum to protest for the cause and learn about the history of the fight for women’s right to vote. But watch …

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