Celebrating art & design
The Shipley is the North East's leading gallery of design and contemporary craft. A recent £650,000 redevelopment, resulting in the stunning Designs for Life gallery, showcases over 300 objects. The Shipley also houses an outstanding painting collection including William Irving's The Blaydon Races. Free entry.
Things to see and do
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10 Jul - 07 Nov 2010
Craftivism
Craft is back and this time it's political. Craftivism (craft + activism) explores craft as… more
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The Knitting Salon
17 Sep 2010 -
Craftivism: Lunchtime tours
08 Sep 2010 -
Shipley Lates: Design Overtime
26 Nov 2010
Latest News
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Culture vultures at The…
A group of Year 6 students from Kelvin Grove Primary School in Bensham became culture… more
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Shipley seeking inspiration…
The Shipley Art Gallery is seeking inspiration from local residents for more
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Renowned ceramic artist to…
The Shipley Art Gallery has commissioned celebrated ceramic artist Paul Scott to… more