Events

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The culmination of three years’ work by talented Architecture students at Robert Gordon University to reimagine waterfront areas in Aberdeen and Orkney will be virtually exhibited in a collaboratio
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150 years ago, in October 1870, noted artist James Giles died in his home in Aberdeen.
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All aboard our virtual vessel! Enjoy a journey up the north-east coast from Catterline to Peterhead, looking at objects and artworks (online) from our collections along the way.  
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Online Talk by Josie Steed, Fashion and Textile Researcher at Robert Gordon University
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Talk by Dr Antonia Laurence Allen, Curator, National Trust for Scotland
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In this online session, we’ll be connecting to our collections through objects and artworks that were Made in Aberdeen, including textiles and pottery.
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ONLINE EXHIBITION ONLY This digital exhibition marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Joan Eardley (1921-1963), one of the most important artists in 20th-century Scottish art. 
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Online Talk by Jenna Rose, Curator
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Online Lunchtime Talk
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Aberdeen Archives, Gallery and Museums is delighted to be hosting the Zandra Rhodes: 50 Years of Fabulous exhibi
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Since 1961 members of the Embroiderers’ Guild in Aberdeen have shared a passion for stitching and all forms of textile art.
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Talk by Christine Arnold-Solomon, Retired Lecturer, Gray’s School of Art
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Talk by Christine Arnold-Solomon, Retired Lecturer, Gray’s School of Art
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Since 1870 Aberdeen Association of Social Service, known locally as VSA, has stood next to the people of the city, offering care, support, and vital services to vulnerable people in our commun
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Talk by Dr Hans C Hönes, Lecturer in Art History, University of Aberdeen
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Talk by James Inglis, Curator (History)
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Since 1870 Aberdeen Association of Social Service, known locally as VSA, has stood next to the people of the city, offering care, support, and vital services to vulnerable people in our communities
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Our Aberdeen is a programme of dementia and cognitive friendly events which bring people together to share their stories and feel part of a community. They are relaxed
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During Scotland’s Year of Stories the remarkable 10th-century Book of Deer illuminated manuscript is returning to the North-East of Scotland for the first time in more than 1,000 years.
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Saturdays 9 and 30 July, 6 August, 10 September and 1 October, 1pm (20mins) Members of the Book of Deer Project introduce one of Scotland’s greatest treasures.  
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Join Anne Simpson and Derek Jennings, Chair and Vice Chair of the Book of Deer Project, as they consider the ‘splendid little book’ and what makes it so special.
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Join Anne Simpson and Derek Jennings, Chair and Vice Chair of the Book of Deer Project, as they consider the ‘splendid little book’ and what makes it so special.
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Join curator Morna Annandale for this talk illustrated with grave goods in our collection from the Bronze Age to the present day.
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The Galloway Hoard brings together the richest collection of rare and unique Viking-age objects ever found in Britain or Ireland.
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Saturdays 9 and 30 July, 6 August, 10 September and 1 October, 1pm (20mins) Members of the Book of Deer Project introduce one of Scotland’s greatest treasures.  
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Aberdeen has the most complete body of surviving records of any Scottish town, with a near continuous run of council registers from 1398 to the present.
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Saturdays 9 and 30 July, 6 August, 10 September and 1 October, 1pm (20mins) Members of the Book of Deer Project introduce one of Scotland’s greatest treasures.  
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Saturdays 13 August – 22 October, 2pm (30 mins) Find out what makes the Galloway Hoard the richest collection of rare and unique Viking-age objects ever found in Britain or Ireland.
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Dr Richard Anderson, Lecturer in History, University of Aberdeen
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We invite Aberdeen’s Gaelic speakers to come together to explore the Book of Deer and the oldest surviving example of written Scots Gaelic within its margins.  
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Dr Ali Bonner is a Lecturer in the History of the Brittonic-Speaking Peoples and the History of the Gaelic-Speaking Peoples at the University of Cambridge.
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Since it was established by King David I of Scotland in 1136, the Port of Aberdeen has played a vital role in the city’s de
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Dr Adrian Maldonado, Galloway Hoard Researcher, National Museums Scotland
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Doors Open Day 2022 is back! More information via Facebook
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Saturdays 9 and 30 July, 6 August, 10 September and 1 October, 1pm (20mins) Members of the Book of Deer Project introduce one of Scotland’s greatest treasures.  
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Ages 15–21yrs
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How can 15th-century legal documents be turned into contemporary folk songs? This project set out to answer that question using Aberdeen’s UNESCO-recognised medieval town registers.
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Dr William Hepburn and Dr Jackson Armstrong, co-producers
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There’s been a medieval murder! Or has there?
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Saturdays 9 and 30 July, 6 August, 10 September and 1 October, 1pm (20mins) Members of the Book of Deer Project introduce one of Scotland’s greatest treasures.  
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Richard Ingham and the Strangeness & Charm Ensemble
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Jessica Barrie, Curator
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Lunchtime Talk by Neville Brown, Aberdeen Astronomical Society
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Lunchtime Talk by Joe McLeod, former Hall Russell Ship Draughtsman
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This St Andrew’s Day, the James Hutton Institute will join forces with author and map artist, Andrew Redmond Barr; to explore the historical, cultural, societal and scientific impact of maps.
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Talk by Katherine Williams, Education Officer, St Machar’s Cathedral
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During the Holocaust, ordinary people were perpetrators, bystanders, rescuers, witnesses – and ordinary people were victims.
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'Shadows and Light, the Extraordinary Life of James McBey' by Alasdair Soussi is the first biography of the celebrated Aberdonian artist who was noted for his etchings and dry point engravings.
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Fiona Rennie, Aberdeen Women’s Alliance
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2023 marks the 350th anniversary of the death of Alexander Jaffray.
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These relaxed dementia-friendly sessions bring people together to share stories and enjoy being part of a community.
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Phil Astley, Aberdeen City & Aberdeenshire Archives
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The Friends of Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums provide vital support for our work, helping us to acquire works by leading artists and makers as well as objects relating to Aberdeen’s heritage.
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These relaxed dementia-friendly sessions bring people together to share stories and enjoy being part of a community.
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These relaxed dementia-friendly sessions bring people together to share stories and enjoy being part of a community.
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We’ve been talking to people across the city about what Aberdeen means to them. This new exhibition shares these views, and some of the artworks and objects that inspired them.
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Ross MacLennan, History Curator
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We continue our events exploring how artefacts end up in museums, who puts them there and why – and what it all means once they’re part of a collection.
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The Aberdeen Highland Games will return this Summer at Hazlehead Park on Sunday 18 June 2023! 
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In partnership with Aberdeen Inspired and The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association, Aberdeen City Council is delighted to welcome pipe bands from across the world to Duthie Park on Saturday 24th Ju
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These relaxed dementia-friendly sessions bring people together to share stories and enjoy being part of a community.
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As part of Doors Open Day, see behind the scenes at the Archive building 'Old Aberdeen House'.
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During Scottish Archaeology Month, get hands on with the fascinating archaeology collections in the care of Aberdeen Archives, Gallery & Museums, Aberdeenshire Museums and the University of Abe
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Talk by Jenny Pape-Carlisle and Ross MacLennan, Curators
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The amazing true story of the Princess Der Ling who, as the daughter of a Chinese Diplomat and Eurasian mother, was raised in France to be every bit the Victorian Lady only to find herself, when he
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Talk by Anne Park, Aberdeen & North East Scotland Family History Society
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From ancient quarries to iconic buildings, this exhibition gives insights into how the Granite City earned its name. Local workers share their memories of quarrying and working our local stone.
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It can be difficult to organise on-going repair to traditionally constructed granite buildings. Where several people are responsible for a tenement it can be even more daunting.
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This one hour walking tour will provide historic context, look at the different types, shapes and construction of buildings and how to better read, appreciate and care for them.
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Once it was simply ‘derrin’ do’ and brute strength against the elements. Today, changes in equipment, personnel and organisation have all helped improve water safety in and around Aberdeen.
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Talk by Douglas Campbell, Aberdeen City Heritage Trust
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Talk by Bill Deans MBE, Deputy Launch Authority, Aberdeen Lifeboat Station