Ageing Better
The Bowes Museum Blog
by sarahwebster
2M ago
November’s Conversation Wall, titled ‘Ageing Better’ presents a selection of 18th and 19th century paintings depicting different interpretations of ageing. The display puts the paintings into context, explaining the social and historical factors including class, gender and material status that would have impacted someone’s quality of life in the time that the subjects were painted. The post Ageing Better appeared first on The Bowes Museum ..read more
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Creating a Space to Explore Collections Care
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by sarahwebster
3M ago
Over the last two years there has been a spurt of object movement at Museum, spurred on by the implementation of its new Mission and Values and focusing on making the collections more accessible.  Some objects in storage are being relocated and some storerooms are being re-purposed.  The result is that many objects which haven’t The post Creating a Space to Explore Collections Care appeared first on The Bowes Museum ..read more
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Paris Then and Now
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by sarahwebster
6M ago
From Saturday 10th August until Wednesday 4th September, the Museum’s latest topical display will be on show on the ‘Conversation Wall’ in the entrance hall. This month’s display was inspired by Paris, a nod to the city taking centre stage this summer as host of the Olympics and Paralympic Games. Paris has been very much The post Paris Then and Now appeared first on The Bowes Museum ..read more
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Work Experience Diary: Carys
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by fayerogerson
7M ago
When considering work experience, I always knew I’d like to go to The Bowes Museum. I’ve been visiting the Museum from a very young age and have always been fascinated by the vast amount of work that goes into the Museum and, to be able to say I helped contribute to that is rather motivating. Monday commenced with coffee in the café with Jess followed swiftly by meeting the lovely team. Everyone was very welcoming which allowed the experience to be even more enjoyable. Shortly after, we started the spotlight tour led by one of the Museum’s lovely volunteers. The tour was thoroughly interesting ..read more
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Work Experience Diary: Abbie-Rebecca
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by fayerogerson
7M ago
I wanted to do my work experience at The Bowes Museum because museums, especially those with extensive art collections, greatly interest me. I aspire to pursue a career in this field, and I believed that gaining experience at The Bowes Museum would provide valuable insights into my future career. As a young volunteer at the Museum, I have already had the privilege of glimpsing the behind-the-scenes work involved in museums, but this week of work experience has provided me with an even deeper respect for it. This opportunity has allowed me to learn more about museum operations and deepen my app ..read more
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Meet Library and Archives Volunteer, Rosie Bettison
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by fayerogerson
8M ago
I volunteer for the library and archives at The Bowes Museum, this role involves entering data on to the Museum’s online database called Adlib. This system is devised for the management of collections and archives. I am currently working mainly with John Bowes’ bills and receipts from the 1870s when he was living in Paris. This can range from bills for items as mundane as heating, lighting, groceries (including lots of rosé champagne!), periodicals (lots!) and staffing expenditure; to more interesting things like importing game and wine, the cleaning or repairing of furniture and paintings, an ..read more
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Meet Volunteer Guide, Ray Morris
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by sarahwebster
8M ago
WHAT IS IT LIKE BEING A GUIDE AT THE BOWES MUSEUM? It’s fantastic, fascinating and fun! The 20+ guides come from all sorts of backgrounds. Some were teachers and were used to standing up in front of people, some had little or no such experience, some have arts backgrounds, while, for others, it was simply enjoying a nice painting! Many had never dreamt of becoming a guide until they learned a little more about it and then took the plunge! Some of the new guide recruits tell us it can feel a bit daunting at first. But no need to worry as we support new recruits through a very friendly and relax ..read more
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Meet Swan Explainer, Marilyn Elm
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by fayerogerson
8M ago
When an opportunity was offered to volunteer as a ‘Swan Explainer’ at The Bowes Museum, I welcomed the chance to be involved in a special conservation project involving the famous 18th century Silver Swan automaton. I first saw the Swan as a young girl on a school visit, when sixpence had to be paid to see the Swan ‘play’. It was positioned in the main entrance hall at that time, and was a magical experience, never to be forgotten. How wonderful, therefore, to be re-united once again, after so many years. What was particularly rewarding and fascinating, was seeing the ‘deconstructed’ automaton ..read more
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Meet Curiosity Activator, Lucy Readman
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by fayerogerson
8M ago
I started volunteering in October last year as a Swan Explainer during the conservation of the Silver Swan automaton. As a mature art student, I was interested in learning about the museum industry, conservation and art history. This initial volunteering experience certainly developed those interests. I became very knowledgeable about the unusual history of the Swan and shared this with visitors. Explaining some of the bizarre facts and stories surrounding the Swan, gaining awe-inspired reactions, and creating meaningful moments between visitors and objects is a fantastic feeling. I learnt all ..read more
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Meet Swan Explainer, Marylin Elm
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by fayerogerson
9M ago
When an opportunity was offered to volunteer as a ‘Swan Explainer’ at the Bowes Museum, I welcomed the chance to be involved in a special conservation project involving the famous 18th century Silver Swan automaton. I first saw the Swan as a young girl on a school visit, when sixpence had to be paid to see the Swan ‘play’. It was positioned in the main entrance hall at that time, and was a magical experience, never to be forgotten. How wonderful, therefore, to be re-united once again, after so many years. What was particularly rewarding and fascinating, was seeing the ‘deconstructed’ automaton ..read more
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