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Architectural Photographer of the Year 2019 competition is open for entries
Architecture is all around us; virtually everywhere we go there is some kind of building, structure or space. Photography is now the most accessible format for recording our lives, especially with the development of the smart phone. If photography sits at one end of the artistic spectrum - being instant and accessible - then architecture…
Taking on History
EXHIBITION Each of Bath Preservation Trust's four museums offers an inspiring story. From the discoveries of a visionary brother and sister at the Herschel Museum of Astronomy to the collection of a unique man at Beckford’s Tower; the lifestyle of a Georgian gentleman at No. 1 Royal Crescent and the skills of the craftsmen who…
Architectural LEGO Challenge
Calling all master builders! New building challenges with our special edition white LEGO® architectural bricks. Explore architectural concepts then test your design and build skills through a series of fun LEGO® challenges. Suitable for all levels. A drop-in activity free with your admission ticket.
A Venetian Jubilee: “music to die for”
Join Musicke in the Ayre in celebrating the musical splendours of Venice in the 17th century. The remarkable Barbara Strozzi was born there 400 years ago; despite being illegitimate (and female), she trounced her male competitors, having more works printed than any of them. Sopranos Maria Danishvar, Jane Hunt and Philippa Neaverson regroup with Din…
RIBA Ask an Architect
Have you an architectural project you’d like to discuss with an impartial expert? Ask an Architect is an excellent design advice service offered by the Royal Institute of British Architects in partnership with Bath Preservation Trust to support design projects in the city of Bath. Visitors are invited to book a 30 minute slot (or…
The buildings you don’t know in Jane Austen novels
From the named but never visited country estates, to the places that the mass public rarely take a trip to - such as Sanditon - join Dr Amy Frost as she explores the less well known buildings and places in the novels of Jane Austen. £12. Please book through www.janeaustenfestivalbath.co.uk Image ©Worthing Museum and Art…
Introduction to Photography – Workshop Part 1
Aimed at photographers or aspiring photographers, beginner to intermediate levels. These workshops are designed to help you create better images, be more creative and give you a good understanding of photography basics whilst building your confidence. Part 1 – Starts with a look at photography styles, equipment, techniques, composition and camera settings. Part 2 –…
Introduction to Photography – Workshop Part 2
Aimed at photographers or aspiring photographers, beginner to intermediate levels. These workshops are designed to help you create better images, be more creative and give you a good understanding of photography basics whilst building your confidence. Part 1 – Starts with a look at photography styles, equipment, techniques, composition and camera settings. Part 2 –…
Chantement Cordiale: A concert of enchanting music
Musicke in the Ayre’s second Autumn foray in the Countess of Huntingdon’s Chapel straddles the English Channel of the 16th and 17th centuries. Northern songbird Carmel Edwards flies South to sing to Din Ghani’s lute in an exploration of the timeless genre of solo voice with acoustic plucked strings, with songs that would have been…
RIBA Ask an Architect
Have you an architectural project you’d like to discuss with an impartial expert? Ask an Architect is an excellent design advice service offered by the Royal Institute of British Architects in partnership with Bath Preservation Trust to support design projects in the city of Bath. Visitors are invited to book a 30 minute slot (or…
MUSEUMS WEEK: Zoom in on Bath
Follow our family trail to find and identify close up details of Bath’s beautiful architecture. Get to know Bath’s architecture up close and personal. Our new trail features close-up details of objects both in our collection and around the city. Can you find and identify them all? A self-led family trail during opening hours –…
MUSEUMS WEEK: Creative Clay Play
A drop in workshop with artist Sophie Piddock. Use patterns in our museum as the inspiration for a tile to take home. Bath is full of beautiful decorative designs, created by Georgian craftsmen. Come and try your hand at sculpting your own designs, using air dry clay, to take home with you. Artist Sophie Piddock…