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Tweeddale Museum

Chambers Institution, High Street, Peebles EH45 8AG
Tel. 01721 724820
Free Admission
Opening times:- all year Monday - Friday 10.30-12.30 and 13.00-16.00
22nd March - 25th October Saturdays 10-13.00 and 14.00-16.00

Tweeddale Museum and Gallery 2008

The Chambers Institution was established by William Chambers, one of the founders of the famous publishing house in 1859. The museum and gallery present a lively programme of exhibitions in this historic building throughout the year.
The Chamber's Room houses the extraordinary friezes commissioned by William Chambers and also a permanent exhibition on the history of Peebles and the surrounding area.

Museum Room

7th January - 14th March
Read All About It!
The story of News in Scotland

This exhibition takes a fascinating journey through the story of the printed news in Scotland. Find out what the first ever national papers in Scotland looked like in the 17th century and discover what was happening in Tweeddale in times gone by.
Read All About It! is a touring exhibition from the National Library of Scotland and is supported by objects from the museum collection in Peebles.

21st March - 3rd May
A Way with Words

A captivating exhibition of work by artists who have made a creative link between the written word and their work. It features calligraphy, jewellery, stoneware, manuscript books, printed work, handmade paper and an alphabet book.
A touring show from Walford Mill Craft Centre.

10th May - 28th June
(closed Beltane Saturday 21st June)
Stories in Stone

Castles, bridges, steeples and stairs - all have their stories to tell. Learn the tale of the Maid of Neidpath, how the Tontine Hotel got its name and the story of the changing face of Peebles High Street in this exhibition through plans, photographs, objects and memories.

5th July - 23rd August
As the Rivers Run

Artists Alison King and Rosemary Campbell explore how rivers flow through the fabric of life - an inspiring exhibition of textiles, mixed media and drawings.

30th August - 25th October
Relative Creativity - a Family on the Make

This exhibition presents a surprisingly eclectic collection of high quality craft and design from two generations of one Tweeddale family. The Norris family exhibit their skills as makers of musical instruments and furniture, in woodturning, stained glass and decorative art.

3rd November - 29th February
The Power of the Press

Info to follow

Gallery

22 March - 10 May
Colour, Movement, Light
Vivien Alexander, Sam Wade & Phoebe Dingwall

Three artists in the same family explore, in paint and metal, the many colourful and creative ways of expressing the beauty of the natural world, and our place in it.

17 & 18 May
McAuley Fine Art

A unique two day sale of contemporary Scottish Fine Art by a company based in Melrose. Amongst the well know artists represented are Ann Oram, Jack Morrocco and George Birrell. All paintings are for sale. See local press for details.

Peebles & District Art Club
24th May - 20th June

A variety of recent work by Art Club members presented in their annual exhibition.

28 June - 20 August
Mountain of the Gods
Barbara Reed & Tim French
A collaborative venture by textile artist Barbara Reed, photographs by artist Tim French and pupils from Washington School, Tyne & Wear. Inspired by the rock art of the Tsodilo Hills in Botswana.

30 Aug - 31 October
Paintings by Bernat Klein
Peebles Arts Festival Exhibition
Works selected from his studio, which celebrate the painting career of the brilliant and visionary textile designer.

St Ronan's Wells Visitor Centre 2008 Programme

St Ronan's Wells Visitor Centre
Wells Brae, Innerleithen EH44 6JE
Tel. 01896 833583

Opening times:- 21st March - 31st October
Monday - Friday 10 - 13.00 and 14.00 - 17.00
Saturday and Sunday 14.00-17.00

Housed in an historic spa, the exhibitions tell the story of Innerleithen and St Ronan's Wells, describing their connections with the great Scottish writers, Sir Walter Scott and James Hogg. The origins of the unique Cleikium ceremonies held in July each year are also explained in the exhibition.

In 2007 the gardens surrounding the spa featured in the Beechgrove Garden programme on BBC television and throughout 2008 the gardens will continue to be developed and enhanced with new plantings and an exhibition of sculpture.

2008 Special events

Farewell to an Auld Friend
A photography exhibition by Graham Riddell
2nd May - 29th June 2008
Graham has recorded the changing face of Innerleithen in this exhibition which includes the final days of the famous landmark, the Clough Mill chimney, finally demolished in 2007.

Beechgrove Honey Fest!
23rd August
11-4pm

Lots activities for all the family to celebrate the life of the amazing honey bee; spot the Queen in the Hive, printing activities with Robert Smail's Printworks, Honey Tasting and lots of Honeybee products for sale. Discover how the garden has been improved for wildlife with the Beechgrove Garden Community Garden Scheme. Get in touch for a timetable and more details.

Local Lights
5th September - 25th October
Be inspired by work by local artists and some local views. An exhibition of artwork for sale!