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SUMMARY:100 Years of RRS Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Included in museum admission \n100 years ago\, RRS Discovery was designated the UK’s first Royal Research Ship. This was a pivotal moment in the history of marine science and launched a legacy of global oceanographic exploration that continues today.  \nTo commemorate this milestone\, curators from the National Oceanography Centre’s Discovery Collections and the University of Southampton’s National Oceanographic Library have collaborated with the Dundee Heritage Trust and the Marine Biological Association to develop a special exhibition entitled 100 Years of RRS Discovery exploring the evolution of ocean research over the past century.  \nFrom exploring the changing design and purpose of research ships to considering new questions driving oceanographic research\, this exhibition invites you to dive into the history of the Discovery Investigations\, and the four Royal Research Ships that have held the Discovery name in the last one hundred years.   \nCome and explore the exciting history of the Discovery Investigations\, discover the wide range of roles involved in making ocean exploration possible\, and get a glimpse into what life is really like aboard a scientific expedition.   \nYou may also enjoy finding out more information about this exhibition here: ‘100 Years of RRS Discovery’ Exhibition | National Oceanography Centre 
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/100-years-of-rrs-discovery/
LOCATION:Discovery Point\, Riverside Drive\, Dundee\, DD1 4XA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116
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SUMMARY:Curtain Call: Costumes from Stage and Screen
DESCRIPTION:The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery and Museum is delighted to present Curtain Call: Costumes from Stage and Screen\, a striking new exhibition that celebrates the creative power and global influence of costume designers who hail from or were inspired by Dundee. \nFeaturing work by acclaimed designers such as Jane Petrie\, Ros Little and Alex Reid\, and creatives who have collaborated with Dundee REP and Scottish Dance Theatre. This exhibition showcases costumes from major film\, television\, theatre and opera productions\, the exhibition highlights Dundee’s powerful role on the global stage of design. \nOn display are iconic pieces including the gown worn by Claire Foy in The Crown\, the dress worn by Claire Danes in The Essex Serpent\, and Meryl Streep’s costume as Emmeline Pankhurst in Suffragette. Alongside pieces from theatrical giants such as the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Scottish Opera. \nMore than a visual spectacle\, the Curtain Call is designed to engage visitors of all ages and to spark interest in creative careers among young people in Dundee. By weaving together\, the city’s local talent and international collaborations. Curtain Call underlines how this Scottish city has left an indelible mark on costume design worldwide.
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/curtain-call-costumes-from-stage-and-screen/
LOCATION:The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery and Museum\, Albert Square\, Meadowside\, Dundee\, DD1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The McManus%3A Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum":MAILTO:themcmanus@leisureandculturedundee.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTSTAMP:20260818T030725
CREATED:20251201T151203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T091337Z
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SUMMARY:Maggie's: Architecture that Cares
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 30 years of Maggie’s and the power of inspiring spaces\nOver three decades\, a growing network of Maggie’s cancer care centres across the UK and beyond have shown that inspiring\, caring buildings can create a much-needed space\, away from the clinical environment of the hospital\, for people to process one of life’s toughest challenges. \nTo mark the 30th anniversary of Maggie’s\, this new exhibition will explore the organisation’s groundbreaking approach to design\, bringing together the voices of centre visitors and staff\, with the globally recognised architects who have designed these buildings. \nEach Maggie’s centre is a unique space\, designed with care by renowned architects from around the world\, including Frank Gehry\, Zaha Hadid\, Richard Rogers\, Norman Foster and Benedetta Tagliabue. \nIn response to her own experiences of cancer\, Maggie Keswick Jencks dreamt of buildings that would help people ‘not to lose the joy of living in the fear of dying’. By showing the design principles behind these unique buildings\, the exhibition will show the importance of a warm welcome and a sense of home\, views of nature\, and moments of flexibility\, beauty and surprise in creating inspiring spaces.
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/maggies-architecture-that-cares/
LOCATION:V&A Dundee\, V&A Dundee\, 1 Riverside Esplanade\, Dundee\, Scotland\, DD1 4EZ
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270118
DTSTAMP:20260818T030725
CREATED:20251020T094915Z
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SUMMARY:Catwalk: The Art of the Fashion Show
DESCRIPTION:Fashion shows have grown from intimate salon presentations to global spectacles generating dazzling images shared worldwide. Catwalk: The Art of the Fashion Show will trace the evolution of the catwalk from the private fashion salons of the late 19th century to today’s live-stream experiences documenting over 100 years of fashion show history. \nSpotlighting their creativity\, energy and impact\, the exhibition brings together landmark examples from renowned fashion houses such as Alexander McQueen\, Balenciaga\, Chanel\, Dior\, Maison Margiela\, Prada\, Paco Rabanne\, Viktor & Rolf\, Louis Vuitton and Yoji Yamamoto\, amongst others. Exploring the history and cultural significance of the runway\, Catwalk will document seminal moments in fashion\, including the theatrical spectacles seen at Alexander McQueen and dramatic show settings such as Fendi at the Great Wall of China\, Dior’s takeover of Drummond Castle Gardens in Perthshire and Chanel’s staging of a rocket launch. \nFrom ’60s subcultures to fashion in a digital age\, fashion shows are epic creative endeavours\, blending many different design disciplines – architecture\, lighting\, music\, film\, makeup\, hairdressing\, jewellery\, set design and fashion – into carefully choreographed fleeting sequences with models centre-stage. In Catwalk: The Art of the Fashion Show\, the catwalk through the changing eras will be brought to life with film and photographs\, original collection pieces\, stage props and a wealth of archival material\, creating a vivid experience of the catwalk from its beginnings to the present day.
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/catwalk-the-art-of-the-fashion-show/
LOCATION:V&A Dundee\, V&A Dundee\, 1 Riverside Esplanade\, Dundee\, Scotland\, DD1 4EZ
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
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SUMMARY:Streets Ahead
DESCRIPTION:Explore the future of our high streets\nStreets Ahead is a national design challenge that invites young people to imagine what Scotland’s high streets could become. As the next generation of designers\, citizens\, and users of these spaces\, their insight is vital. By involving young people directly in the planning and redesign process\, Streets Ahead not only ensures their voices are heard – it empowers them to take pride in shaping the communities they live in. \nThrough the programme\, young people explore urban planning\, architecture\, and design\, building the skills and confidence to influence real world change. Sixty three schools from across Scotland took part\, with finalists attending a hands-on “Design Jam” where they developed and prototyped their ideas alongside professional designers. \nThis display presents the finalists’ visionary prototypes – fresh perspectives on what our high streets could become. \nStreets Ahead is led by V&A Dundee’s Schools Development Officer\, a unique position made possible through a Dundee City Council secondment. The project is proudly supported by the NCR Foundation\, who are also providing the winning team from Tarbert Academy with an exclusive work experience opportunity at NCR Atleos in Dundee.
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/streets-ahead/
LOCATION:V&A Dundee\, V&A Dundee\, 1 Riverside Esplanade\, Dundee\, Scotland\, DD1 4EZ
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260818T030725
CREATED:20251020T095046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T131242Z
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SUMMARY:Design and Disability
DESCRIPTION:Showcasing the radical contributions of Disabled\, Deaf\, and neurodivergent people to contemporary design and culture\nDesign and Disability is both a celebration of Disabled-led design and a call for action\, affirming the importance of embedding the experiences and expertise of Disabled\, Deaf\, and neurodivergent people in design processes. \nSpanning from the 1940s to today the exhibition will feature around 170 objects across three themes – Visibility\, Creativity and Living – within design\, art\, architecture\, fashion and photography. It will show how Disabled people have designed for every aspect of life through their own experience and expertise\, tracing the political and social history of design and disability. \nThrough examples of disability-first practices showcasing the work of Disabled people and collaborators\, the exhibition will demonstrate how design can be made more equitable and accessible and aim towards design justice.
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/design-and-disability/
LOCATION:V&A Dundee\, V&A Dundee\, 1 Riverside Esplanade\, Dundee\, Scotland\, DD1 4EZ
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20260818T030725
CREATED:20250610T152250Z
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SUMMARY:Forgotten Fleece Tales
DESCRIPTION:Forgotten Fleece Tales is a celebration of the space where art\, craft\, story and ecology come together. The exhibition features a curated collection of works made using “waste” or “unwanted” organic Scottish fleece\, and by-products of industrial fleece processing.​ \nWith a combination of wearables\, wall hangings\, home textiles\, sculptural pieces and interactive experiences\, Forgotten Fleece Tales provides an immersive and in-depth exploration of the enduring value of Scottish fleece\, both in terms of farming and textiles heritage\, and hopes for a sustainable future.​ \nThe theme of “forgotten” fleece will bind the pieces together in the form of a unique piece of short fiction written for each creation. These tales will draw on aspects of Scottish folklore\, history\, and landscapes. They will invite readers to connect more closely with the story of wool – both in the pieces on display\, and in their everyday lives. Visitors can engage with these stories in their written format\, or follow QR codes to discover video recordings. \n​This exploration of fleece in folklore will be further drawn upon by a featured panel exploring the role of textiles in our country’s lore and legend\, including traditional stories of goddesses\, banshees and crones. \nForgotten Fleece Tales aims to engage visitors with sensory experiences\, challenging them to honour wool’s place in our heritage\, and to rethink it as a sustainable and versatile material for our future.
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/forgotten-fleece-tales/
LOCATION:Verdant Works Museum\, West Henderson's Wynd\,\, Dundee\, DD1 5BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270125
DTSTAMP:20260818T030725
CREATED:20260528T120940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T120940Z
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SUMMARY:History In Our Bones: Uncovering Stories of Disability Through Time
DESCRIPTION:This display explores disability in the medieval past through history\, archaeology and science. Discover the stories of four people who lived with disabilities in Scotland and England between 500 and 1600 years ago\, presented through immersive display stations. Created in collaboration with University of St Andrews researchers\, History in Our Bones invites visitors to rethink how disability\, community and contribution have always gone hand in hand.
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/history-in-our-bones-uncovering-stories-of-disability-through-time/
LOCATION:The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery and Museum\, Albert Square\, Meadowside\, Dundee\, DD1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The McManus%3A Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum":MAILTO:themcmanus@leisureandculturedundee.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTSTAMP:20260818T030725
CREATED:20260713T121701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T121701Z
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SUMMARY:Ushida Findlay: Unbroken Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Discover the creativity\, curiosity and courage that shaped architect Kathryn Findlay’s career\nAs part of the RSA’s 200th anniversary celebrations\, we’re celebrating architect Kathryn Findlay\, the first woman architect elected to the Royal Scottish Academy. This display brings together rare materials from the Ushida Findlay archive\, showcasing the pioneering collaboration she formed with Eisaku Ushida and tracing the evolution of her architectural career. \nKnown for their bold imagination and fluid\, organic forms\, Ushida Findlay’s experimental work pushed the geometries of architecture. The display draws on concept drawings\, models\, and project documents to show how Ushida Findlay merged art\, science\, and landscape into an architecture entirely their own.
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/ushida-findlay-unbroken-spaces/
LOCATION:V&A Dundee\, V&A Dundee\, 1 Riverside Esplanade\, Dundee\, Scotland\, DD1 4EZ
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260818T030725
CREATED:20260706T153234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T153234Z
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SUMMARY:Traces of Care
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition explores connections between historical and contemporary works across different generations. Themes of care\, labour\, memory\, domesticity and visibility are explored\, showing how these connections still resonate today. Many of the artists represented in the collections were once students or members of staff at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design\, and their work and experiences form an important part of Dundee’s creative history. Through these shared themes\, the exhibition shows how artists leave identifiable traces of themselves in their work and how artworks can act as records of lived experience\, connecting generations through shared concerns and perspectives. Visitors are invited to reflect on how certain themes of care\, labour and lived experience continue to be carried forward through generations of practice. \nCurated by DJCAD MFA Curatorial Practice student Shannon Farley\, the exhibition brings together material from the University’s Museum Collections with additional works on loan. \nMany of the artworks on show are part of the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design Collection cared for by the University of Dundee Museums\, which is now Recognised by the Scottish Government as a Collection of National Significance. \nThe Tower Building is open Monday-Friday 9.30am-7pm (last entry is usually 5pm).
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/traces-of-care/
LOCATION:Tower Building\, University of Dundee\, Dundee\, DD1 4HN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Dundee Museums":MAILTO:museum@dundee.ac.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20260818T030725
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SUMMARY:Dundee & The RSA
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition celebrating 200 years of Dundee artists at the Royal Scottish Academy\nOver the years\, more than 50 Dundee artists and architects have been elected to the Royal Scottish Academy\, going right back to its founding in 1826. This exhibition will feature work by every Academician who was born in\, studied in or taught in Dundee\, including John Duncan\, David Foggie\, McIntosh Patrick\, Alberto Morrocco and leading contemporary artists such as Will Maclean\, Calum Colvin\, Leena Nammari and current RSA President Gareth Fisher. \nThe exhibition has been organised in partnership with the Royal Scottish Academy as part of RSA 200: Celebrating Together. \nThe exhibition is open Monday-Friday 9.30am-7pm. Last entry to the building is usually at 5pm. \nFind out more about the University of Dundee Museums.
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/dundee-the-rsa/
LOCATION:Lamb Gallery\, Tower Building\, Nethergate\, Dundee\, DD1 4HN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Dundee Museums":MAILTO:museum@dundee.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T203000
DTSTAMP:20260818T030725
CREATED:20260716T095533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T095533Z
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SUMMARY:MiScreen: Digital Desktop Screen Printing
DESCRIPTION:MiScreen digital screen printing machines offer a new way to create screen prints.\nSimilar to Risography\, this process allows you to make incredibly fine detailed images onto screen mesh\, which you print by hand\, without the need for chemical solutions\, separations or excessive use of water and energy. \nIn this class you will create a screen printed digital ‘collage’ of layered imagery using MiScreen generated stencils and traditional screen printing techniques. Learn the basics of screen printing\, from making simple paper stencils to pulling a print. \nYou’ll then be introduced to the MiScreen equipment and how to transfer an image onto mesh which you will then use to create your own prints. \nDates: Tue 18 August\, Tue 25 August & Tue 1 September 2026 \nTimes: 18:00 – 20:30
URL:https://cityofdesigndundee.com/event/miscreen-digital-desktop-screen-printing/
LOCATION:Dundee Contemporary Arts\, 152 Nethergate\, Dundee\, DD1 4DY
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Demos
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dundee Contemporary Arts":MAILTO:dca@dca.org.uk
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