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Useful/Beautiful
Useful/Beautiful: Why Craft Matters
23 March – 1 September 2019
We are surrounded by the word ‘craft’. What is it and why does it matter to us today? Launching the very first Harewood Biennial, the exhibition aims to challenge preconceptions about the role craft can play in culture, identity and society. Across the stunning rooms of Harewood's majestic country home, you’ll discover 26 of the finest individuals, workshops and brands that practice craft. From jeans to … Read more
Family Drop-in
Easter at Harewood
19 – 22 April 2019Free for members
Join us this Easter for a fun-filled family day out. Meet the newest residents in our Bird Garden, explore our new Useful/Beautiful Exhibition in the House, enjoy family trails, spring crafts, treasure hunts and more, there’s lots to keep your children entertained across the weeekend.What's On this Easter Weekend: Visit the Curiosity Cabin at the top of the car park and explore our range of family … Read more
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Useful/Beautiful Twilight Tour (9 May)
9 May 2019Discounted for members
Join us for an exclusive out of hours tour of Harewood’s ground breaking new exhibition Useful/Beautiful: Why Craft Matters, and explore the works of over twenty five diverse British makers in a new light. Curated by Hugo Macdonald, Useful/Beautiful aims to question why society is so interested in craft today, question what craft is, and spark interest and debate around craft. This special twilight tour of the … Read more
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Paper Sculpting with Andy Singleton
11 May 2019
Join paper artist Andy Singleton, one of the celebrated artists from our Useful/Beautiful exhibition, and explore the potential of paper cutting, folding and construction techniques to create your own unique sculptural forms. With demonstrations and one-to-one help from the Andy, learn the basic techniques of paper manipulation, including pattern cutting, wet folding, pleating and modular form-making. An … Read more
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Frame Weaving Workshop from Waste with Maria Sigma
18 May 2019
Join Useful/Beautiful artist Maria Sigma for an in depth workshop which will teach you all the basics of weaving and how to turn your household waste textiles from old T-shirts to pillowcases into textile masterpieces. The workshop will provide you with a thorough and intensive grounding in hand-weaving. You will learn foundational weaving skills, such as warping, loom set up, colour blending and structure, and … Read more