Culture Perth and Kinross

The next reminiscence group meeting at the AK Bell Library is on Tuesday, 17 December, from 2:30pm to 3:30pm. Join us for a warm cup of tea and a chat as staff reminisce about 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒔 memories! 🎄 To reserve your place, call the library at ☎️ 01738 444949.

Collections Officer Mark Hall discusses how Perth Museum is addressing its colonial collecting practices. He will review the museum's origins and acquisitions through British Empire connections and highlight its current collaboration with the Māori of Aotearoa/New Zealand, including cultural returns and co-curation in the new museum. 🎟️'s https://buff.ly/3XSbj04

If you're in Perth city centre at any time, come and have a look at #KnifeAngel. This dramatic structure, made by The British Ironwork Centre from thousands of confiscated weapons, warns against the dangers of knife crime and aggressive behaviour. Standing at 27 feet tall and constructed from 100,000 seized blades, Knife Angel will be displayed outside Perth Museum on King Edward Street throughout December.

🎄 Learn to craft a gorgeous winter wreath with The Greenshed Flower Studio this Saturday. Using locally sourced foliage and flowers on an eco-friendly base, you’ll create your own festive masterpiece to hang proudly at home. Our hands-on workshop provides all materials, including secateurs, and expert guidance throughout. The Greenshed Flower Studio specialises in luxury floral designs for weddings, elopements, and commercial projects. 🗓️ Saturday 7 December / 11am - 2pm 👛 £45 🎟️ Details/book here: https://buff.ly/48E7pNj *Refunds are not available within five working days of the workshop*

When people come together, great things can happen - including the care, conservation and improved understanding of historic objects like the Stone of Destiny. On #StAndrewsDay 1996, the stone was returned to Edinburgh from Westminster Abbey and placed in our care. Since then, our experts have had the chance to carry out all sorts of analysis and conservation work on the stone. And ahead of the Coronation of King Charles III, our specialist Applied Conservation, Heritage Science and Digital Documentation teams had unprecedented access to the stone to check its condition, analyse its composition and create a 3D digital record. We've just published a report bringing together all of that information. Get the lowdown from our Engine Shed blog: https://lnkd.in/e_5xsVYu And if you'd like to see the stone in real life, head to its beautiful new home at Perth Museum, run by Culture Perth and Kinross.

Join us for a special family event celebrating our Fergus and Meg exhibition! We'll have fun activities and crafts inspired by Fergusson’s painting "Christmas in the South of France." 🗓️ Saturday, 7 December | 1:30pm to 3:30pm 🚸 Suitable for all ages and abilities, with all materials provided 🎟️ No booking is required—just drop in and enjoy the fun! ⚠️ Please note that children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult This free event is generously supported by the JD Fergusson Art Foundation.

🔔 Enjoy an evening of carols at Perth Museum, home to the Stone of Destiny. The Robin Chapel, Edinburgh, will present a festive program featuring classic Christmas carols and a special tribute to the Stone of Destiny. The concert includes a 15-minute interval. For further information about this special event or to book a spot, click on the link: https://buff.ly/4eXpUhP

🍰 Every Sunday in December at Perth Museum, enjoy a selection of festive treats, seasonal cakes, and savoury delights, all served with tea or coffee. Tickets are available by table: 2️⃣ Table for two – £35 4️⃣ Table for four – £70 Feeling indulgent? 🥂 Add a glass of Prosecco or Mulled Wine for £6.50 per person. Add-on tickets for a table of three are available for £17.50. 🗓️ Book your table here: https://buff.ly/3AddO5s

🎁 🗓️ Sunday 1 December is #MuseumShopSunday, a day to celebrate museum gift shops! So, pop along to Perth Museum, check out our wonderful shop, and discover what we have on sale. Oh, and did we tell you? There's 15% off all purchases on #MuseumShopSunday and 10% off food and drink purchased in Stone Cafe!

Did you know that Perth Museum offers audio-descriptive tours to visitors with visual impairments? These tours, which highlight significant objects in the collection, are held every other Thursday at 11:00 AM. November 28 is the date of the next tour. For more details, please visit their website: https://buff.ly/4eOFdcY