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Workshops
Wallpaper Printing Workshop
21 July 2018
Join artist Sandra Togher for a full day workshop and learn how to design and make your own wallpaper inspired by the work of Thomas Chippendale. This workshop will start with a tour around the State Floor of the House, to see some of the magnificent furniture piece by Chippendale which will inspire your designs for the day. You will then have the chance to design and make your own colour printing block, … Read more
Talks & Tours
Discovery Talk: WWI
30 June – 4 November 2018Free for members
Visit the House and you will be able to join our daily Discovery Talk. Explore the different themes from our Seeds of Hope exhibition, and how they connect to events taking place in the House. Discover more about the Old Kitchen, Princess Mary's Gift Boxes and how Harewood was used as a convalescent hospital during the war. Ask on the State Floor for details or call into the Courtyard Visitor Centre. Please … Read more
Chippendale 300
Gilding for Beginners
16 June 2018
Join our beginners guide to gilding and discover the traditional techniques of laying gold leaf, a perfect skill to use when upcycling your furniture at home. This is an excellent opportunity to explore and develop practical skills and knowledge to incorporate gold lead into your artistic repertoire.Useful Information: The course will start with an introduction to the House and a chance to explore some of the … Read more
Talks & Tours
Chippendale Twilight Tour
14 June 2018
Join us for an exclusive out of hours tour of Harewood and explore our special Chippendale displays after dark and discover what’s behind closed doors of our many pieces of Chippendale furniture. This special twilight tour includes a welcome drink upon arrival, before you are taken on an after-hours tour of the State Floor and Below Stairs. Let our expert guides take you on a tour of the House to see some of the … Read more
Chippendale 300
Chippendale Otley Residents’ Day
5 June 2018
As part of our Chippendale 300 programme, and in celebration of the Baptism date of Thomas Chippendale, we are opening our doors for free* to all Otley residents. Throughout the day, you will have the chance to visit our Chippendale exhibition Designer, Maker, Decorator, an exploration and celebration of Harewood’s own extraordinary Chippendale collection, which is widely considered to be one of the best in the … Read more