Exhibitions Events in Edinburgh in May 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape
250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.
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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition
Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.
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UNMASKED: Real stories of Nursing in COVID-19
This exhibition looks behind the masks, to explore the thoughts, feelings and experiences of nursing staff during COVID-19 and past pandemics.
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Warhol After Hours
Step into the vibrant world of Warhol After Hours at Dovecot Studios! This exclusive event offers a fusion of socialising and art appreciation against the backdrop of Warhol’s groundbreaking works.
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Elisa Giardina Papa ‘U Scantu’: A Disorderly Tale
Collective presents the first solo presentation in the UK of Sicilian artist Elisa Giardina Papa's work, in an exhibition titled "U Scantu": A Disorderly Tale (2022).
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Pauline Caulfield Textiles
This exhibition features over 20 large pieces ranging from fans, chasubles and fabric panels, illuminating Pauline Caulfield’s versatile yet distinctive work!
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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‘Le Monde sans fin’: An exhibition on the ecological transition
Le Monde sans fin is an original and eco-designed exhibition constituting a visual variation of the comic strip Le Monde sans fin by Jean-Marc Jancovici and Christophe Blain.
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Exhibition: To the North
Come along to this new exhibition of landscapes by French/Swiss artist Emmanuel Matt showing at Birch Tree Gallery!
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S h i f t i n g | Hazel Frost & Kim Minuti
This exhibition at Upright Gallery brings together two Edinburgh based artists, ceramicist Hazel Frost and printmaker Kim Minuti.
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Nature Re-imagined
This exhibition at the Scottish Ornithologists Club presents the work of three artists who apply unusual approaches and media to the subject of wildlife.
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Pedal Power: Cycling and Activism in Edinburgh
This exhibition at Museum of Edinburgh has been created by groups in Edinburgh who are campaigning to make our city a safe place for cycling.
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David Lemm | Fixings
Fixings is an exhibition of recent work by David Lemm taking place in Detail Framing & Gallery from 2nd May.
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Edinburgh Rising from the Ashes: 200 Years of the Scottish Fire Service
Journey through two centuries of firefighting legacy with our special exhibition created in partnership with the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage.
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FISHING: An Exhibition by Stephanïe Vandëm
FISHING is a modern exploration of contemporary identities and heritage from artist Stephanïe Vandëm at the Scottish Storytelling Centre from 3rd May!
READ MOREFISHING: In Airt & Sang with Tripple - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
Join us on 3rd May at the Scottish Storytelling Centre in celebration to launch FISHING, our May exhibition with an early evening session of songs from harmony singers Tripple.
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Inception Art Show
Inception returns to Dalkeith Palace from 3rd to 12th May 2024, showcasing a curated collection of artists.
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Brick Fest Live
For the first time ever, the world’s largest hands-on LEGO® event of its kind catapults from the US to make its UK debut this Spring at the Royal Highland Centre!
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Flowers from Jericho Exhibition
Flowers from Jericho is a new exhibition of riso prints created by Matilda Bull during her residency at Out of the Blueprint in the Spring of 2024.
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Reassembled
Reassembled, presents a group exhibition featuring new works by JFK Turner, Laura Jane Scott and Derek Wilson, showing at &Gallery from 4th to 29th May.
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Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path
The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.
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Festival of Freedom
Beetroots Collective CIC invites you to their 'Festival of Freedom - Poland 20 years in the European Union' which will be held at Southside Community Centre!
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The Book of Wild Flowers: In Conversation with Angie Lewin
Join illustrator Angie Lewin and author Christopher Stocks in conversation with Dovecot Director, Celia Joicey, to discuss The Book of Wild Flowers plus a last chance to see Andy Warhol: The Textiles!
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Mutual Fascination Exhibition
Drill Hall artist Felicity Inkpen presents a collection of work from the past decade at this exhibition taking place at Out of the Blue Drill Hall in May!
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Exhibition: ‘Powered by AI’
Join us on campus on Thursday 16th May for an opportunity to get hands on with the world of AI at Edinburgh Napier, see our facilities and speak to our staff.
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Edinburgh Napier University Degree Show 2024
The Edinburgh Napier Degree Show is a week-long celebration of our students' talent as they present their final projects to friends, family, industry and the public.
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Exhibitions Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Art Exhibition Eastwood Art Club
On Saturday 11th May, between 11am and 4pm, Eastwood Art Club will be exhibiting original and affordable paintings at The Park Church in Giffnock!
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Giffnock South Art Club Art Exhibition and Sale
Don't miss Giffnock South Art Club's annual exhibition and sale at Giffnock South Parish Church on Saturday 18th May!
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Gathering Surface – Dan Drage
We’re delighted to host Gathering Surface, a series of art pieces shaped and installed by local artist Dan Drage.
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Yolandé Kenny: ‘Seasons in the East Neuk’ Art Exhibition
From stormy winter seas to sunny summer days, this exhibition by Yolandé Kenny celebrates the busy and colourful coastline of the East Neuk throughout the year.
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Brushstrokes
Did you know that OnFife museums look after an amazing collection of paintings, prints and drawings? Want to know more? Then come along to our exhibition 'Brushstrokes'!
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
East Park: 150th Anniversary Exhibition
This exhibition explores the long history of East Park through a series of never-before-seen photographs at Maryhill Burgh Halls!
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Oceanic 31
Oceanic 31 – A brand new shark art exhibition from the Shark Trust is now open at WASPS South Block until Friday 10th May.
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SoulINQUEST
SoulINQUEST is a powerful touring photography exhibition that sheds light on state-related deaths and provides the opportunity for bereaved families to express their experiences.
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland
This colourful exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre showcases artefacts from Scotland's largest cinema collection!
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BygoneCon
BygoneCon, South Lanarkshire's annual Heritage and Local History Convention, returns to Hamilton Town House Library on Saturday 11th May.
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Exhibition: Between Tweed and Clyde by Douglas Davies
Renowned artist, presents his exhibition of new work 'Between Tweed and the Clyde', celebrating the local landscapes which inspire him, at Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum.
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
The Teardrop Explodes - A Paisley Pattern Exhibition
The Teardrop Explodes, an exciting new exhibition for 2024 at The Art Department, explores all things Paisley Pattern!
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ACCORD Hospice Annual Art Exhibition
ACCORD Hospice's Annual Art Exhibition returns - bigger and better than ever before - bringing together the best local and national artists to celebrate all forms of art and creativity!
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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Stirling and District Classic Car Club Annual Show
The Stirling and District Classic Car Club is delighted to announce the return of its annual show on Sunday 12th May 2024 in aid of Charities!
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Stirling Future World Exhibition
40 years since its release, Tolbooth Gallery will show ‘Stirling Future World’ a short film hosted by journalist and historian Magnus Magnusson.
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