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  • 2 November 2022 – 20 October 2024

    The Silver Wave by Michelle Williams Gamaker

    The Silver Wave, by critically-acclaimed moving image and performance artist Michelle Williams Gamaker, was commissioned by RAMM in 2020 to celebrate the theme of […]Read More from The Silver Wave by Michelle Williams Gamaker

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  • 13 June 2023 – 25 February 2024

    Project Buzz

    Project Buzz is a creative arts project involving twelve different community groups of children and young people around Exeter. Their artwork was created between […]Read More from Project Buzz

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  • 20 June 2023 – 10 December 2023

    Art Pottery

    This display shows a small selection of Art Pottery from RAMM’s collections. The pieces have been chosen to complement the touring exhibition of William […]Read More from Art Pottery

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  • 18 July 2023 – 28 January 2024

    What Do You Collect? A puzzling collection

    These unconventional vessels task the user to empty the contents without spilling them – with perforated necks, puzzle jugs make it an entertaining challenge! […]Read More from What Do You Collect? A puzzling collection

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  • A black and white image of a woman, Elizabeth Pauli, painting in a cave. She wears a head scarf and sits on a wooden stool
    23 September 2023 – 7 January 2024

    Hollow Earth: Art, Caves and the Subterranean Imaginary

    “A glorious meditation on geology, early art and shamanic visions”, ★★★★ Hettie Judah, The Guardian “A powerful and thought-provoking new exhibition”, Helen Gordon, Apollo Dark, dangerous […]Read More from Hollow Earth: Art, Caves and the Subterranean Imaginary

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  • a family at the Hollow Earth exhibition, silhouetted against the artworks, one daughter holding dad's hand and the other on his shoulders
    27 October 2023 – 5 January 2024

    Relaxed Sessions – Hollow Earth

    A Relaxed Session is a good way to enjoy this exhibition at a quieter pace. These times are especially suited to people with autism, […]Read More from Relaxed Sessions – Hollow Earth

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  • Janet Sainsbury's studio - a large room with a rack leaning against a wall, from which colourful paintings of figures are hanging
    21 November 2023 – 19 May 2024

    Janet Sainsbury: Points in a Constellation

    The museum’s collections and displays provide inspiration for artists locally and nationally to create new work. RAMM commissioned Exeter-based artist Janet Sainsbury in Spring […]Read More from Janet Sainsbury: Points in a Constellation

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  • Christmas concert Haldon quartet classical music - four musicians with their string instruments
    8 December 2023

    Winter’s Edge – a festive musical extravaganza

    A musical journey through the museum exploring winter with music from Schubert’s Winterreise, seasonal songs and quartet music by Debussy, Mendelssohn and Caroline Shaw. […]Read More from Winter’s Edge – a festive musical extravaganza

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  • a festive winter Christmas lantern in the snow
    19 December 2023

    Glowing Festive Lanterns

    Light up your life and create your own magical festive lantern to take home. Cast away the mid-winter gloom and cosy up with your […]Read More from Glowing Festive Lanterns

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  • two young girls making Christmas crafts
    20 December 2023

    Festive Wildlife Decorations

    RAMM’s animals are getting ready for the festivities. Decorate your own wooden bauble featuring one of our animals in a seasonal setting. Perhaps Gerald […]Read More from Festive Wildlife Decorations

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  • a WW2 warden with Christmas frame
    21 December 2023

    Meet characters from the past

    It ain’t no Christmas Carol, guv’nor, but this year you can get into the festive spirit by meetin’ some of our characters of Christmas […]Read More from Meet characters from the past

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  • Egyptian mummy Shep-en-mut side-view
    9 January 2024

    Ancient Egypt for home educators

    This session offers five different activities in which home educated children can take an active role in learning about the fascinating world of the […]Read More from Ancient Egypt for home educators

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  • 24 January 2024

    Behind the Scenes: a talk with the Exeter Cathedral architect Camilla Finlay

    Exeter Cathedral is embarking on its most significant building project in over 100 years.    Join Camilla Finlay, the cathedral architect, to learn more about the ongoing capital […]Read More from Behind the Scenes: a talk with the Exeter Cathedral architect Camilla Finlay

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  • Pupils in WWII costumes
    30 January 2024

    Second World War for home educators

    This session offers five different activities in which home educated children can take an active role in learning about life during the Second World […]Read More from Second World War for home educators

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  • an art deco style image print of two girls holding up sheet that they have lifted from a printing press
    30 January 2024

    Pressing Images: prints from Exeter’s fine art collection

    Pressing Images: prints from Exeter’s fine art collection will uncover the roots of printmaking in early modern Europe. The exhibition will illustrate to visitors the […]Read More from Pressing Images: prints from Exeter’s fine art collection

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  • 3 February 2024

    Darn it! With Molly Rooke of Darn Good Studio

    Has your favourite sock got a hole? Has your jumper been eaten by moths? Did you snag your cardigan on a door handle? Join […]Read More from Darn it! With Molly Rooke of Darn Good Studio

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  • 13 February 2024

    What do you heart?

    Forget heart emojis this year – come along and a weave a paper heart at RAMM ready for Valentine’s Day… but with a twist. […]Read More from What do you heart?

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  • 14 February 2024

    West African Drumming Workshop

    Join us for a fun and energetic drumming workshop exploring rhythms from West Africa, led by Kwame Bakoji-Hume from African Activities. No previous experience […]Read More from West African Drumming Workshop

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  • 15 February 2024

    The Story Explorers Show

    (Both children and accompanying adults require tickets for this event) Join Nellie and Nathaniel, intrepid explorers who have travelled around the world collecting story […]Read More from The Story Explorers Show

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  • a man dressed as a roman centurion with a small child standing next to him
    16 February 2024

    Blast from the past

    Ever wanted to meet a real Roman soldier? Or hear tales from a World War Two warden? Or find out what drives a lady […]Read More from Blast from the past

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  • Misty image of girl looking up into the trees in a woodland.
    21 February 2024

    Evening of Contemporary Performance at RAMM

    An exciting evening of innovative contemporary performance art and dance inspired by the museum and its internationally important collections. Devon-based artists and dancers come […]Read More from Evening of Contemporary Performance at RAMM

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  • 21 February 2024

    Beasts, Botanicals and the British Empire: Natural history drawings at the RAMM

    We are delighted to invite you to the first annual Exeter University History Department/Friends of RAMM Annual Lecture. This annual lecture will build on […]Read More from Beasts, Botanicals and the British Empire: Natural history drawings at the RAMM

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  • Murder mystery event at RAMM. Atmospheric and moody photo of a tor on the moors.
    8 March 2024

    Murder at the Museum – The Grey Wethers Mystery

    Join us for a night of murder mystery at the museum. Explore the galleries and meet the key players in our story. Can you […]Read More from Murder at the Museum – The Grey Wethers Mystery

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  • International women's day art event at RAMM. The artist Janet Sainsbury amongst paintings in in her studio.
    9 March 2024

    Art display by Janet Sainsbury – An International Women’s Day Celebration 

    To celebrate International Women’s Day, Janet Sainsbury will be on hand to talk about the additional drawings and paintings she made for her RAMM […]Read More from Art display by Janet Sainsbury – An International Women’s Day Celebration 

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  • An actor dressed as a Roman Centurion speaks to school children
    14 March 2024

    Romans in Devon for home educators

    This session offers five different activities in which home educated children can take an active role in learning about life as a Romano Briton […]Read More from Romans in Devon for home educators

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  • black and white image of two hands clasping in front of a black background
    24 April 2024

    Time and the spiritual in the video art of Bill Viola

    Linda Ward, an artist-filmmaker and Lecturer on Filmmaking at the University of Plymouth talks about the work of Bill Viola. When we approach Viola’s […]Read More from Time and the spiritual in the video art of Bill Viola

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  • a 19th century portrait photography studio camera, made of wood and brass
    12 December 2023 – 23 June 2024

    Portrait photography

    This display shows some examples of portrait photography from RAMM’s collections, alongside a mid-19th century studio camera used by Exeter photographer Owen Angel. Today […]Read More from Portrait photography

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  • black and white image of two hands clasping in front of a black background
    27 January 2024 – 2 June 2024

    ARTIST ROOMS Bill Viola

    American artist Bill Viola (born 1951) is recognised internationally as a pioneer of video art, and today remains one of its leading practitioners. His work explores […]Read More from ARTIST ROOMS Bill Viola

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  • 30 January 2024 – 14 July 2024

    What Do You Collect? Picturing a collection

    The antique and vintage cameras in this collection will be recognised by many who have used them over the years for holiday and family […]Read More from What Do You Collect? Picturing a collection

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