The Zoology Museum is the only zoological museum in the region and boasts one of the largest collections in Scotland including animals of the world, from protozoa to whales.
Meet the scientists at the cutting edge of research and see where it all happens, in the University of Aberdeen's research and teaching labs.
This unusual asymmetrical grouping in grey ashlar replaced the original in Zetland Place. It has a cruciform plan and is dominated by a parapeted and perforated main tower and slender stair tower. Visitors to this venue may take the opportunity to view from outside the neighbouring Grange Church (1903, B listed) and also, further along Ronaldshay Crescent, the former Abbotsgrange Middle School (1908, B listed) , both buildings now converted to flats.
A “zero carbon” home, built on Britain’s most northerly island. Designed by Michael and Dorothy Rea, the house has become a test-bed for living “off-grid”. The couple generate their power from renewable sources, run an electric car, and intend to grow most of their food at home in hi-tech greenhouses using a hydroponic growing system.
YE Scotland is a registered charity with over 40 years’ experience engaging school pupils with the world of enterprise. We are at the forefront of enterprise, education and employability for over 13,000 young people in Scotland aged 5-30 with a vision of making them more employable, entrepreneurial and enterprising. Young Enterprise Scotland took over the semi-derelict buildings tucked away within Rouken Glen Park in 2014 to deliver our Pathway Programmes for young people who are disengaged from further education. We also run our own Social Enterprise YES Works on-site which delivers local landscaping and gardening services. In October 2016 all YE Scotland staff moved from the city-centre to the newly self-refurbished offices on site and the Centre also became our national HQ. We are now running several programmes on site and off including Junior Pathway Programmes, Climate Challenge programmes and Circular Economy programmes for schoolchildren with over 1000 young people expected through the gates in the next 12 months to learn about sustainability, recycling and gaining accreditation and employability and enterprise skills.
The YMCA is a C(s) listed building of brick construction, faced with red sandstone which was built by John Steel around 1912-14. The interior of the building displays many original features including the YMCA logo.
Grove Academy was 125 years old in September 2014 and the physical appearance of the school has changed dramatically in recent years. Friends of Grove are hosting an opportunity for former pupils/staff and the local community to view the school archives. ?
X - Yuck 'n? Yum's Zine Fair 2014 at Hannah Maclure Centre
Come and see the Dundee Heritage Trust's polar and textile industry collections and some of the hidden work of a museum including conservation. Verdant Works is a fully accredited Museum and has won numerous national and international awards as well as being 5 star rated by Visit Scotland. Paid admission to the restored High Mill, a full height cathedral-like space with a dramatic forest of columns. This monumental new addition houses a fully functioning Boulton and Watt steam engine from 1801.
X - Vanilla Ink's End of Year Show at The Old Flour Mill
As part of Scottish Jewellery Week, Vanilla Ink will be bringing you an exhibition and pop-up shop of this year's graduating Inkers to showcase an exciting body of work, which will be available to browse and buy directly from Scotland's up and coming jewellers.
X - University of Dundee: Jacqui Wood Cancer Centre
X - University of Dundee: Archive Services: Archival Treasurers
Explore the fascinating material held by the University Archive.�See the diaries, photographs, letters and other records relating to the people and places of Dundee and Tayside.
X - University of Dundee - Zero Energy Building
The Macro Micro studio is the first off-grid entirely renewable energy powered building in the UK. It has been designed and constructed by a team of students from the Departments of Architecture and Planning, Physics and Engineering. The building combines ultra-low-energy construction practices to conserve heat with integrated and controlled technologies for generating, storing and exporting power. The technology exceeds current best practice for high-performance buildings in Europe, the aim being to bring solutions for a new generation of such buildings into the mainstream of design.
X - University of Dundee - Scrymgeour Building
Originally built as Dundee Training College, this fine building (by T M Cappon, 1912-20) is now owned by the University of Dundee.�
X - University of Dundee - Matthew Building CANCELLED
Due to unforeseen building works, this event has now been cancelled.
X - University of Dundee - Institute of Medical Science and Technology
Discover how ultrasound, lasers and robotics are revolutionising medical therapy. In this building, we are developing the healthcare of the future.
X - University of Dundee - Art & Artists Walking Tour
University museum curator Matthew Jarron leads a fascinating guided walk around buildings in the city associated with notable artists from the 19th century onwards, as well as some of Dundee's most significant pieces of public art.
In conjunction with Doors Open Day the University is hosting a drop-in family fun day in the Dalhousie Building on Saturday 14th September, including free refreshments for all. As well as being able to access many areas around campus such as Archives, Zoology and Botanic Gardens, why not come along with your family and see what's going on. Here's a taster of what to expect: Literary Dundee will be selling tickets for this year's Dundee Literary Festival. From the Dragons of the business world and Olympic gold-medallists, to bake off stars and crime writers, the festival programme is packed with events and books for everyone. * The Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa will be on hand to let you know about the discounts they have available to University staff and, if you've had a hectic week in the office, then why not indulge yourself with a free mini hand massage from one of the Yu Spa qualified beauty therapists. * Local Business Rosy Tuesday will also be there. They'll have lots of gorgeous accessories and handbags available to buy on the day. * Leisure group G1 will be there to tell you all about the discounts available to University of Dundee staff at their many restaurants, bars and hotels, and will be bringing along a face painter to entertain the kids. * Something for the adults. Aitken wines will be hosting a wine tasting session from 12pm to 2pm. * ISE will be there to tell you all about the sport and exercise opportunities available for staff and their families, including kids programmes, campus sports, exercise programmes and the sports union clubs. You are also welcome to pop in to ISE facilities and pool on the day and have a look around. Families visiting the pool during the event can leave their name and contact details for entry in to a free prize draw to win a free family fun hour session @ ISE for up to 5 people. * Family Tennis ISE's tennis coaching team will lead a family drop in session at the tennis courts from 11:15am to 12:15pm. The courts will be set up for junior tennis but parents are very welcome to join in too! * A caricaturist will be there throughout the day.
Gin tasting event featuring the fabulous Dundee Gin. A distinctive architectural gem built in 1836 in a late Georgian style with Greek and Egyptian design elements. On the RCAHMS Threatened Buildings Survey in 2009 it has been handsomely restored to its former glory. This curious house was built by George Duncan MP in memory of his late wife, Hester Eliza Wheeler, whose childhood home was The Vyne in Hampshire. He intended it to show off his extensive collection of paintings and objects of which he bequeathed to the city.�
X - The Tower Building: Outlook of the City
The University of Dundee's Tower Building is an early example of Scottish Modernism, and one of Scotland's earliest constructed multi-storey towers. It offers a great outlook onto the Tay Valley, the city and the waterfront transformation from its River Rooms.
A Dundee City Council youth venue since 2002, the 1828-built Exchange Coffee House is a listed waterfront landmark, it retains numerous features, including striking terrazzos and Grecian-style columns. Underground lies Packhouse Square, a series of medieval warehouses built at the previous harbour-level that remain testament to Dundee's maritime mercantile legacy.
A fantastic community resource located close to both Pitkerro and Clepington Road.
Do not miss the opportunity to view one of Dundee's unique historic buildings. Drop-in to the ground floor to see an amazing collection of Medieval Gravestones; or why not climb the Steeple itself on one of our informative tours?
Explore the University of Dundee's newest building and discover its unique architectural features with the opportunity to tour the Discovery Centre, specifically designed to enhance collaborations, interdisciplinary research and deliver real-world impact of academic life sciences research.
X - The Corner: Health, Information & Peer Led Services for Young People
Celebrating 21 years of supporting holistic needs of young people. The Corner health, information and peer led service has been at the forefront of delivering innovative services to young people in Dundee for 21 years. The young people's drop in is part of a building with rich heritage. Previously owned by Winters the local printers, and now used offering health services to young people.�
X - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints
Come along and see this community resource, as it celebrates its 50th birthday this year. Located in the heart of the Charleston community, you can find out more about the history of the building with a chance to visit the chapel, see the displays about the history and beliefs of the Latter Day Saints, and find out more about the community activities.?
Tours of an old mill and its modern day use of an environmental charity including some of the history of this area. Tayside Re-Users has existed since 1995 working with the local community as a charity and social enterprise involved in environmental matters
Taypark House is an elegant Category B Listed former Scots Baronial mansion house dating from circa 1863. It stands nestled away in Dundee?s West End with stunning mature garden grounds and outstanding views across the Botanical Gardens towards the River Tay and hills of Fife. The property has recently been sympathetically restored to its former glory and now boasts a caf?, lounge, 4 master suites all with ensuite bathrooms. An additional 2 modern rooms on the 2nd floor take full advantage of the 180 degree uninterrupted panoramic views.
Founded in 1875, St Stephen's boasts almost fifty stained glass windows designed by Sir Edward Burne-Jones and made by the Morris Company founded by William Morris, a lifelong friend of Sir Edward. The subjects chosen cover the Scriptures from the Fall of Man to the Atonement on the Cross and beyond. The architect was Thomas S Robertson and, as well as the windows, the building has many other interesting architectural features.
A delightful building with a refurbished interior, with its special sense of space, light and natural acoustics. Normal services of worship on Sunday are at 11am and 6pm. Morning Service: Sunday 11am -1pm Evening Service: Sunday 6pm - 8pm
X - St Joseph?s Catholic Church: Walking into History
You are invited to visit St Joseph?s to discover the beautiful and rich interior of our church, opened in 1873. Visit our parish war memorial which lists all the parishioners who lost their lives in the Great War, 1914 ? 1918.
X - St Andrew's Parish Church - The Trades' Kirk
Now is your chance to see inside the church behind that lovely garden next to the Wellgate Centre! This beautiful and lively church at the heart of the city centre has a rich and interesting history awaiting your discovery. You can admire the numerous stained glass windows, and find out about the church's links to Dundee's trading past and present. See how the Secret and Wyvern Gardens are flourishing, then enjoy a Fairtrade cuppa!
Former St Aidan's Church now fully open, redeveloped into a modern church and community centre by Broughty Ferry New Kirk. It has�renovated spire and clock tower, the Victorian stained glass and woodwork incorporated into design by architects Ingenium Archial. Explore its historic graveyard, now an eco-friendly wildlife project planted with native trees and shrubs.
Come and see one of the first grand houses in the Ferry. This was Captain James Neish's summer home, originally called Fort William House. He brought the first consignment of jute to Dundee on his ship Fort William. Architectural features include Ionic loggia, Ionic columns in the hall with wonderful views of the Tay.
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the interesting and challenging window displays at 189 Princes Street? Now is your opportunity to discover what One World Centre really means. Come and explore our resources and activity programmes. Find out about the work that we do in schools and with community groups in Dundee, Angus, Perthshire and Fife. Challenge your thinking and your understanding of the world we live in, whilst enjoying a cup of fair trade tea or coffee.
X - Old Medical School/Carnelley Building Art Tour
The School of Education & Social Work is based in two adjacent buildings, which were linked together in 2002. The grand Scots baronial-style Old Medical School was built by J Murray Robertson in 1902-4 while its neighbour, the French-style Carnelley Building, designed by Mills & Shepherd, was the University's first purpose-built building when it opened in 1883.
X - Mormon Church and Family History Centre
Come along and have an inside look of the Mormon Church and visit the Family History Centre, where you can find out how to trace your ancestors.� The Centre is free to use and is open to the public at set times each week.
Gifted to the people of Dundee in 1935, Mills Observatory is Britain?s first purpose-built public Observatory. Drop in during Doors Open Days to learn more about the history of the building, its telescopes and past Dundee astronomers.
X - Logie & St. John's (Cross) Parish Church
This is your opportunity to visit a Cathedral-like space in the West End of Dundee. Explore a Church with a long history, all within a century-old building combining steel frame construction and concrete. See artefacts from the past and find out about the life and work of the Church today. Built in 1911-14 by Frank Thomson. The brick hall was designed by Robbie and Wellwood, 1971.
Lochee Parish Church, opened in 1871, is a Neo-Gothic sandstone building, designed by Dundee Architect James McLaren and funded initially by the Cox family. Visitors, including children, will be able to acquaint themselves with the interior of the building. A guided tour will be available, with a treasure hunt for children. There will be photographs of old Lochee on display in the classroom area. Our community cafe will be open on Sunday afternoon.
X - Life Space Gallery at The Discovery Centre
Opened in October 2014, LifeSpace is Scotland?s first dedicated art-science-research gallery. Situated within Life Sciences at the University of Dundee, science and art coexist in a space that houses some of the brightest scientific minds in the country. Visitors can enjoy the gallery?s current exhibition, Hearts & Minds.
Jessie's Kitchen opened five years ago in what was owner Ross Turriff's grandparents' residence, known at the time as Broomhall, which celebrates its 150th birthday this year. With Turriff's garden centre and farm shop in what was once the billiards room (look up and you'll see the original curved stained glass ceiling depicting cherubs playing billiards) and the cafe spread across three tall-ceilinged, bay-windowed rooms looking out over the water, the premises are stunning.
We are opening our alcohol recovery unit to everyone interested in learning more about a live project. Our house has a strong sense of community. Jericho House is a service that helps people with alcohol dependency and there are lots of local people in Dundee who support our service.
A day of FREE yoga classes and taster sessions for all levels. Check website for the day's schedule and to book. We are throwing open our doors and offering free, donation-based yoga sessions suitable for everyone as part of Doors Open Dundee and to celebrate our 6th Birthday! Come and try out yoga or watch the classes, walk around our beautiful light filled studio space and find out about our plans for the future. We will be offering special offers only available in the studio on this day! Our Timetable will be as follows: Beginners ? 9.30-10.30am Vinyasa ? ? ?11.00-12.00am Restorative Yoga 12.30-13.15pm (limited spaces) Kids Yoga (Aged 5-11 Years) 12.30-13.15pm Aerial Yoga 14.00-15.00pm (limited spaces) Open Level 15.30-16.30pm Potluck Party ?7.00pm- Bring a dish to celebrate Heart Space's birthday, BYOB and join us for a celebration.
Selection of Grove archive materials relating to the school during WW1 and WW2. Included will be research materials on those former pupil who lost their lives during the war. Grove has a long and proud history in Broughty Ferry. Grove opened in 1889, 25 years before WW1. Our archive materials stretch back to 1889 and show a school routine not that dissimilar to what we have today. The archives also give us an insight into life in the Ferry during WW1 and WW2. Perhaps the most significant difference is the use of the school for air-raid drills and shelters during WW2 which was not a factor in WW1. With the 100 year anniversary of the end of WW1 Grove staff and pupils will have on display, not only the archivesfrom the wars, but also the research undertaken into those pupils whose names appear on our war memorial.�
X - Ellenbank & Union Mount: University of Dundee
Now housing Accountancy and Economics, these two Georgian villas were acquired by the University of Dundee in 1904 and were originally the Library and Students Union. Museum curator Matthew Jarron will lead a guided tour of the buildings showcasing the many works of art now displayed inside.
X - Dundee United Football Club, Tannadice Stadium
THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO A HOME GAME FIXTURE THIS WEEKEND.
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Rep? Dundee Rep Theatre is one of Scotland�s most awarded theatres. You will be given the unique opportunity to explore backstage and get access to parts of the building normally closed to the public including workshop, paintshop, rehearsal room and costume department.
Despite the modern looking exterior there has been a church on this site for many years before the current use of the site.
�A tour of one of Scotland�s oldest cemeteries. The former gardens of the Greyfriars monastery lay dormant for a number of years until Mary, Queen of Scots granted the Burgh a licence to allow the burial of the dead within its confine. Learn about the history of the site and be expertly guided around the amazing carved stones. Learn the story behind the discovery of the 13th century medieval coped grave marker that had remained hidden for over 400 years, and its link to some of the amazing events in Scotlands past. You will also be informed of the current work of the conservation group in their efforts to save this amazing ancient burial site.current conservation work of the group.
One of Dundee's oldest and best loved buildings dating from the late 16th century. It was the home of the Scrimgeour family, Constables of Dundee and Hereditary Standard Bearers of Scotland. In the 1680s it was home to John Graham of Claverhouse, Viscount of Dundee, known to history as both "Bonnie Dundee" and "Bluidy Clavers". The historic building is now a fully operational office for Dundee City Council Services. As a result only the ground floor will be opened on Doors Open Days. This includes the Main Hall and other ground floor rooms. Aspects of the history of the building will be illustrated by displays. In the grounds of the castle stands a 1744 Well Head (removed from the Overgate). Gardens are all fully open.
Come along and try your hand at being a dentist for the afternoon at Dundee's very own Dental Hospital and School, recently rated No.1 in the UK. Not only will you get to see what it's like to train as a dentist there will also be tours of the building, which include rarely seen artwork by James McIntosh Patrick, elaborate staircases and fine stained-glass window by Douglas Strachan. This event is proud to be part of the Dental Hospital's Centenary celebrations.
X - DC Thomson: Meadowside Doors Open Day
An opportunity to have a guided tour of DC Thomson?s newly refurbished Dundee Headquarters in the heart of the city centre. Nearly 600 staff members who work in Newspapers, Magazines, Digital Media and across the DC Thomson group of companies are based in the renovated open plan office spaces. Sign up for a tour to see the transformation of the building, originally opened in 1906. Booking essential via Eventbrite.
The Dalhousie Building was named 'Best Commercial/Public Building' by the Dundee Institute of Architects in 2007. Airy and spacious, with an innovative modern design, this building is a purpose-built teaching facility. It contains four large lecture theatres, forty teaching/seminar rooms and several IT suites.
Claypotts Castle is a small but complete Z plan castle built for John Strachan between 1569 and 1588. It was later sold to the family of John Graham of Claverhouse, who forfeited his lands after his death at the battle of Killiecrankie. It is now cared for by Historic Scotland.
Set in beautiful parkland surroundings, 4 miles north-west of Dundee city centre, the House was erected in 1824 - 1828 by Admiral Duncan's son and heir, Robert Dundas, 2nd Viscount Duncan of Camperdown and designed by leading Edinburgh architect, William Burn.
This imposing B-listed church celebrates its 150th year features attractive Flemish glass, a rose window, a wooden ceiling complete with painted stars, as well as war memorials and tapestries showing local buildings.? Church open for worship 11am-12pm on Sunday 20th September, visitors welcome.
X - Bridge in Action at Dundee Bridge Club
Ever wondered why so many people get hooked on bridge? Come and see what it?s all about. ?Join us in our lovely old Victorian building which has been the centre for bridge in Dundee for around 60 years. ?We will show you how cards are played and how games are scored. Refreshments will be available.?
X - Art Bubble Studio: Childrens Creativity Workshop (Primary Age)
A creative, innovative workshop designed for all young, creative artists of primary age. There will be a variety of skills on offer with the opportunity to explore your own imagination and creativity! Art Bubble celebrates uniqueness and innovation! Come and join us!
Visit West Green Park, created within the former Royal Liff psychiatric hospital. Within Greystanes House, on the walls of the patients' dining room, view two large murals, painted by the reowned Scottish artist Alberto Morrocco. The unique murals, created in the 1960s, depict Work and Rest and feature Pablo Picasso.
The Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust Caerlaverock Wetlands Centre is a 1,500 acre wild nature reserve with observatories, towers and hides overlooking the home of thousands of wintering wildfowl. A rugged and beautiful destination offering open space and tranquil wildlife watching. The wild wetland reserve at WWT Caerlaverock is an important home to ducks, geese, swans and wading birds. Visitors can wander around the reserve, popping into one of the many hides to watch a variety of birds and other wildlife such as hares and deer. The wildlife garden has been specially planted with colourful, wildlife-friendly flowers, to attract insects such as bees, butterflies and moths. Take a stroll through the Paddock with its wildlife ponds, have a look out over the Folly Pond from the Scottish Water Hide, then wander on towards the Sir Peter Scott Observatory where you can take the lift to the top. Climb the Farmhouse Tower and use the giant binoculars to look out over the Solway Firth and towards Criffel. Walk around the Sir Peter Scott Trail with its wet woodland and reedbeds. Then head back to the visitor centre for a browse around the gift shop and some refreshments in the Cathan Coffee Shop with its current art exhibition.
The Chain Home Radar Stations were part of Britain's Air Defence System during the Second World War. Acting as an early warning system, there were 170 stations covering the whole of the UK. Skaw is of the original Chain Home design (other station-types were the Chain Home Low and Chain Home Extra Low). Most effective at tracking aircraft at 15-20,000 ft, it could detect aircraft at 100 miles or more given suitable atmospheric conditions. Extensive site with many structures surviving.
Award-winning architects WT Architecture’s newly renovated studios on Queensferry Harbour overlook the Forth Rail Bridge. The studios were formerly a fish shop and a cobblers shop and are part of Hillwood Place, which was built as colony-style flats by the Hillwood Cooperative Society in 1910.
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This map shows points created as part of the 2021 workshops.
WORKSHOPS / DEMOS: Traditional Skills Festival
The Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NU A day of Traditional Skills Workshops and demonstrations with the Glasgow Traditional Building Forum. Try your hand at traditional building skills and explore materials with the A&DS library of sustainable materials. Glasgow�s rich built heritage is suffused with the history of its people and the city. Architecture & Design Scotland and the Glasgow Traditional Building Forum are collaborating to showcase the materials and skills that make Glasgow great now and in the future. Glasgow Traditional Building Forum invites you to discover more about the history of the cities fantastic buildings and the skills and materials required to maintain them for the future. Exciting demonstrations of key skills required to maintain our traditional buildings will give you a fascinating insight into the highly skilled world of craft building. Workshops and demonstrations will include � Stone Carving � Roof Slating � Stained Glass Copper Foiling � Traditional Joinery Children�s Activities will include � Paper stained glass windows � Mini drystone walling The Glasgow Traditional Building Forum is keen to help homeowners make informed decisions on how best to get their homes, or ensure they remain, in good condition and energy efficient. The team of experts present will be delighted to offer advice and guidance on how to tackle traditional building maintenance issues. There will also be the opportunity to explore innovative and sustainable materials in Architecture & Design Scotland�s Material Considerations � A library of Sustainable Building Materials. Family friendly activities will allow you to explore the materials further before you head off to play �I spy � building materials in the lighthouse� Children This event is suitable for all with a number of fun craft activities for children of any age.
WORKSHOP: Stencil Station with The Lansdowne House of Stencils
Drop In Marquee in Sauchiehall Street,�217 Sauchiehall Street,G3 3EX Stencilling expert Elisabeth Viguie-Culshaw will share her talents and enthusiasm where in 1903, Mackintosh was stencilling on the site boards outside the building to become Miss Cranston�s latest and nest Tea Rooms. Limited availability.
WORKSHOP: Soul Food Sisters cooking heritage
Soul Food Sisters,�202 Gallowgate, G1 5DS Join us for the celebration of the diverse cuisines of Soul Food Sisters. Have a go at making of pierogi, injera and giant couscous in bite size workshops over the weekend or book in depth session on Thursday or Friday. � Advance booking suggested, limited places available on the day:
WORKSHOP: See the City as a Playground- Parkour Workshop
Join Chris Grant from Parkour Generations Glasgow for a workshop suitable for beginners of any level. See the city through the eyes of a Traceur - a practitioner of Parkour, and learn some beginners' techniques for ways to explore the city's architecture. Booking is essential:
WORKSHOP: Roti Making at the Glasgow Gurdwara
"Come down to the Glasgow Gurdwara kitchen to learn to art of roti making!" Booking essential
WORKSHOP: Printmaking at Studio Pavilion
At Studio Pavilion we run art classes for adults and kids year round. Come along for free taster workshops in printmaking and kids arts activities as well as an exhibition material handling session. Design and create your own beautiful prints - Mobile Print Studio will be running a Woodcut Printing workshop from 12-4pm on Saturday and a Drypoint Etching workshop on Sunday, the sessions are free and drop in. Sessions may be busy so come before 3pm to secure a place. Mobile Print Studio is a Glasgow based partnership run by local artists David Farrar and Fionnuala McGowan, delivering pop-up printmaking workshops within the community. www.mobileprintstudio.co.uk There will be free, fun and friendly arts workshops for kids, open to all ages. Plus join the curators of the exhibition currently on display in the Studio Pavilion at House for an Art Lover for an intimate and exclusive hands on look at the work of Scottish artist and designer Jimmy Cosgrove. A selection of sketchbooks, travel diaries, posters, photographs and texts will be available to view from an artistic career that spans some fifty years providing an insight into the diversity of Cosgrove's practice that reflects his immense curiosity in the exploration of ideas.
A chance to visit our exciting new studio space, and spend some time making origami flowers, looking out into our studio garden for inspiration! Drop in workshops will run over the weekend and the resulting origami creations will contribute to an exciting installation which will be displayed and published on completion of the open doors festival.
A workshop that will bring out the artist in everyone. Try out different drawing and painting techniques, all inspired by Mackintosh. Under 14's must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All materials included. An opportunity to create art in the heart of the city. Our free workshop 'Mackintosh Inspired Art' will take place in the Education and Learning suite of the newly opened Mackintosh at the Willow Visitor and Exhibition centre. It is located next door to the only surviving tea room designed in its entirety by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. As well as housing a world class interactive Visitor/Exhibition Centre, Mackintosh at the Willow is a living breathing museum experience. The historic building is of the greatest significance for Scotland's design heritage. It is the only tea room where Mackintosh controlled both the exterior and the interior. His arrangement of internal spaces and his designs for the furniture are unparalleled in his designs for tea rooms. Mackintosh at the Willow have fully embraced this year's theme of 'The year of the young people' by firstly allowing local college students to be involved in the design and manufacture of some of the tea room's furniture. These two traditional buildings have now been given a new lease of life, with one being restored back to its 1903 glory and the other a new purpose with both benefiting local communities and future generations for years to come. This year also marks the 150th anniversary of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's birth. So come along and be inspired and creative at Mackintosh at the Willow.
WORKSHOP: Heritage Stencilling and Paint Techniques
Take part in a one off workshop in heritage paint techniques and stencilling of past Glasgow interiors. You will be introduced to the techniques of wax distressing and Victorian stencilling in the style of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Alexander Greek Thomson.
Visit Southblock to see Hoskins Architects' pop up exhibition "Home" & get involved in their drop-in "Dream House" workshop. Be it an underwater tower block, a bungalow in the sky or Chewbacca's holiday home - get designing! All materials will be provided. Children are required to be accompanied by an adult. Visitors will have the chance to design & model their own dream house from plasticine which will become part of a large landscape that is constructed over the course of the day. Hoskins Architects will use the process to explain how the design of buildings and the spaces between them can contribute to improving our lives. The activity is targeted at all ages, skills and abilities. The workshop is accompanied by an exhibition of houses by MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects & Hoskins Architects, first shown at the Royal Scottish Academy in 2016.
WORKSHOP: Chapati Making Workshop at the Glasgow Gurdwara
Join us in the Glasgow Gurdwara kitchen to learn the art of chapati making!� �
Workshop: Architecture, traditional skills & building materials by Say Hello to Architecture
A packed day of traditional skills workshops with the Glasgow Traditional Building Forum. Try various traditional building skills, and discover the A&DS Library of sustainable and innovative materials and collect a Say Hello to Architecture pack with activities to help you explore your local area. �
WORKSHOP: A song workshop with Gareth Williams
This is your chance to hear one of the songs from National Theatre of Scotland's forthcoming production of The 306: Dusk about WW1 and learn to sing and perform it under the expert guidance and tuition of composer, Gareth Williams. The 306: Dusk is the final part in the National Theatre of Scotland's World War One Trilogy, co-produced with Perth Theatre and part of the 1418 NOW programme of new work marking UK's WWI centenary commemorations. Co-created by award-winning duo, composer Gareth Williams and Oliver Emmanuel playwright, The 306: Dusk premieres later this year at Perth Theatre. The 306: Dusk brings the trilogy into the modern day, exploring the depth of feeling around the First World War a century on from its conclusion, and how the spectre of trauma continues to haunt soldiers in the modern day. Be one of the first to hear a new song from the production and be part of a special Glasgow Doors Open Day workshop and choir to bring the song to life for the first time. No experience necessary. Booking essential
WORKSHOP: A Futureproof theatre workshop with Lucy Gaizely from 21Common
Join Lucy Gaizely leading artist, key collaborator with 21Common and co-curator of the National Theatre of Scotland's Scotland-wide Futureproof festival for a theatre workshop, celebrating the Year of Young People. Lucy will be joined by a member of the Company's Youth Project team/young theatre practitioner. Lucy Gaizely is a producer and artist of new work, encompassing live art practice, participation and hybrid art forms with a particular focus on diversity. She asks "who is and can be an artist?" and uses this question to motivate her practice. Lucy makes performance art that interrogates motherhood and society's collective (or not) responsibilities to this, and works collaboratively as an artist developing arts projects that promote social change with adults and young people. Lucy is co-curator on Futureproof, the National Theatre of Scotland's major radical new festival of international performing arts, created by young people working alongside renowned Scottish, British and international theatre practitioners to be staged Scotland-wide in Sept - October 2018. This workshop is for young people as part of the Futureproof programme. Booking essential
Workshop- Adventures in Space Exhibition: Drop in Workshops
Join us to Adventure in Space (and time) as we explore the history of architecture in science-fiction through books, films, TV and comics. Our drop in designer-led workshops will have a range of activities available, suitable for all ages! � See http://www.thelighthouse.co.uk/create/event/doors-open-day for details.
WORKSHOP The Travelling Darkroom, Make your own Camera Obscura Workshop
Discover the alchemy, science and art of drawing with light with a workshop where participants will make their own Camera Obscura.
WORKSHOP Discover Eco Printing at the Glasgow Botanics
A chance to see a demonstration of Eco Printing in the Beautiful Kibble Palace with artist Elisabeth Viguie Culshaw from The Lansdowne House of Stencils. The Glasgow Botanic Garden dating 1817 offers the visitors a wonderful tree trail to view the unique tree collection and a magnificent Kibble Palace erected in 1873 by John Kibble a Scottish Engineer. This is one of the most favourite venues of the Glasgow West end. Eco Printing is a natural printing technique where botanical material is used create a pattern on paper or fabric by transferring natural pigment/tannin through close contact. We will spend two hours experimenting the technique of Eco Printing in the Kibble Palace using the botanical material harvested in the Botanical garden. We will take a short walk around the garden to identify the trees giving the best leaves used for the technique.... and marvel at the result. Meet at 10 am at the entrance of the Kibble Palace with Artist Eco Printer Elisabeth Viguie Culshaw from The Lansdowne House of Stencil. Elisabeth runs a studio in the Glasgow West end where she both study and works with Eco Printing. She runs regular courses and workshop in Eco Printing. Details about future workshops can be found on www.thelansdownehouseofstencils.com Booking is essential
WORKSHOP (Dolls) Houses of the Future, Workshop with Missing in Architecture
Help make a collaborative drawing to design the city of the future using an innovative method combining projection, tracing and playing with a futuristic dolls house! We'll begin to ask questions on how we could design for multigenerational living and wellbeing. Also on display will be some provocative designs by young architectural students.
18C miners' cottage, open in conjunction with the Scots Mining Company House.?
A stunning building with attractive arched windows, Woodside Library's purpose in the spirit and intention of the founder, Andrew Carnegie, has remained constant since it opened in 19056. Have a look around this library gem and explore the collection on local history. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
Built in Invergordon and installed in Glasgow in 2017, Woodlands Workspace is an innovative, sustainable new building sitting in the gap site of an old tenement block. See how this bright, modern structure is bringing the community together. Sitting in the surrounds of the urban haven that is the Woodlands neighbourhood of Glasgow, Woodlands Workspace is a vibrant new community space proving that community spirit is alive and well. Hosting all sorts of groups, classes, meetings and workshops, the space is beautifully light with floor to ceiling windows and cross-laminated timber interiors. The building was fabricated up north and brought down on a lorry, being placed on site in two pieces by a forklift. It's a really lovely space to visit and look around and is just a minute away from our blooming Community Garden.
The upper floor church is a light cruciform shape with a range of stained glass windows. The ground floor contains an interestingly panelled library, toilets with the original art nouveau floor tiles, a hall and other rooms. Image Credit: Tom Donald
Enter an ordinary tenement close and find in the back courts a hidden villa. Woodlands Cottage predates the tenements built around it, once surrounded by Kale Yards, the last surviving dwelling house of rural Woodlands.� � � � � �
Celebrate the beautiful outdoor space of Woodlands Community Gardens and enjoy feltmaking workshops with artists Grace Mark and Stella Phipps. Discover the tactile and therapeutic art of feltmaking, gaining inspiration from nature and wildlife. Suitable for all age groups and abilities. �
This church can trace its origins back to the 1920s, when open air services and kitchen meetings were held in the Bishopbriggs area. A church building was erected on the present site in 1969, originally known as Woodhill Gospel Hall. Eventually the adjacent premises of Blackie, Publishers, was acquired and demolished and much larger church premises erected. ?
Your opportunity to see inside the wonderfully modernised Prince's Trust Wolfson Centre and learn more about the courses and opportunities we offer for young people aged 11-30. Visit the Prince's Trust Wolfson Centre to get a behind-the-scenes look at our Glasgow base, where we deliver courses for young people aged 11-30. Learn more about the opportunities we offer to help young people increase their employability, learn a new skill, volunteer with us or start their own business.
Wishaw & District Housing Association Offices
The Offices won a Civic Trust Award 'Commendation' for its valuable contribution to the quality of the local environment. A run-down 19C building was converted to form an attractive public frontage, successfully combining traditional with contemporary design resulting in a bright, stylish reception space, paving the way for further regeneration in Wishaw.
A wonderful opportunity to visit a home where energy saving measures have been retro fitted, and discuss the pros and cons with the occupiers. This property requires no appointment, visitors are welcomed between 10am and 4pm on both Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September.
After over 100 years without a brewery of its own, Lossiemouth’s only brewery Windswept Brewing Co started production in 2012. This modern craft brewery produce hand crafted contemporary ales and are already award winning producers. Windswept Brewing Co will be brewing on Lossiemouth's Doors Open Day and you will be able to see the production process and sample the beers in organised tours.
Visit Wind Towers for a fascinating insight into one of Scotland’s newest industries. This world class manufacturing site at Machrihanish provides “ready to install” tower solutions for the onshore and offshore wind energy market. It also provides services for the repair and modification of turbine tower sections, and fabricates mono-pile sections and other large steel components for the renewable energy sector. It employs around 135 people from the local area.