Welcome to our programme of 'What's On 2010' where you will find details of special exhibitions, events, talks and tours. We hope this offers something to delight everyone.

Events are free unless otherwise stated. Please support us by making a donation on your visit. Enjoy!

Download our 2010 leaflet:

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The Russell-Cotes exhibition programme reflects the richness and diversity of the Museum's collections.

Views of Bournemouth
21 May - 31 October
In partnership with Bournemouth Arts Club and celebrating Bournemouth's Bicentenary. MORE

Food for Thought
3 December 2010 - 30 April 2011

Creative fun during school holidays and term-time, plus activities for all ages!

Arty Crafty Holiday Wednesdays
10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm in school holidays * £2

Stories at the Museum
Wednesdays in school holidays *

Friday Fun for the Under-Fives
10am - 12pm term-time only * £2

The Big Draw 2010
Saturday 23 October, 10am - 5pm
The Campaign for Drawing's annual bash!

Family Christmas Activity Day
Sunday 12 December, 10am - 5pm 

Museum Explorer Travel Bags
Available to hire daily

*  School term and holidays dates 2010/11:

Arty Crafty Wednesdays: Dates 2010/11

February 2010 half-term 17th February 
Easter 2010  7th  and 14th April All day
May 2010 half-term 2nd June
Summer holidays July 28th, August 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
October 2010 half-term 27th October February 2011 half-term 23rd February

Fun for the Under-Fives: Dates 2010/11

8th January 2010 – 26th March excluding Feb half term 19th Feb
23rd April – 16th July excluding 4th June for Half term 
10th September – 10th December excluding 29th October half term
7th January 2011 – 1st April excluding 25th February half term
There will be an end of term party on 26th March (Easter Theme), 16th July (Garden Party), 10th December (Fancy Dress) , 1st April ( Easter Theme). 

Our special themed events allow you to experience the historic house in new and enjoyable ways. Everyone is welcome!

A Victorian Christmas featuring The Orlando Singers

Thursday 16 December, 7-9.30pm

Featuring a festive musical programme by The Orlando Singers.

The house will be transformed with a special candelit Christmas atmosphere and choral music throughout the evening. Costumed actors will enhance the event and mince pies and mulled wine will be on sale in the cafe-bar. MORE...

Advance tickets:
£5 adults, £4 children 

Buy tickets online for this event

Or telephone the Ticket Office:
0844 576 4500

Contemporary art exhibitions offering the opportunity to purchase original works from local, regional and national artists.

21 May - 31 October
Local Ceramics Show

5 - 31 October
A Contemporary View of Bournemouth

13 November 2010 - January 2011
Christmas Arts & Crafts Show

Discover more about the history of Bournemouth and the Russell-Cotes through our talks and tours. Many are related to special exhibitions.

Gallery Talks & Master Classes:

Saturday 22 May, 2.30pm
Their View of Bournemouth
by Bournemouth Arts Club

Saturday 19 June, 2.30pm
Beside the Sea: the development of Bournemouth as a resort
by Peter Kazmierczak

Sunday 20 June, 2.30pm
Father's Day Portrait Master Class

Saturday 3 July, 2.30pm
Bournemouth's Buildings
by Michael Stead

Saturday 11 September, 2.30pm
Getting Here: aspects of Bournemouth's transport history
by Peter Kazmierczak

Saturday 23 October, 2.30pm
Bournemouth:
An Urban Historian's View
by Dr. John Soane

Guided Tours of the House
Every Thursday through the day *

Guided Tours of the Paintings
First Saturdays of each month *

 * Excludes December and January.

Guided tours may not be suitable for some people with mobility issues.  

10 September 2010

The Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum is taking part in Bournemouth Light Night and will be open until 9pm.

• Featured musicians from 6pm
• Rolling programme of guided tours on "The History of the Victorian Villa" and "The Story of the Paintings"
• Cafe serving light refreshments