Hull Maritime Museum to display stunning pictures of Sir Ernest Shackletons Antarctic expedition 21st February 2018 A collection of dramatic photographs showing a perilous Antarctic expedition is to go on display at the Hull Maritime Museum. The Enduring Eye exhibition shows pictures taken by photographer Frank Hurley during the dangerous Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition 1914-1917, led by renowned explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. Hurleys documentation of Shackletons Endurance expedition telling the story […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Childrens literature festival set for second chapter in East Park 20th February 2018 A childrens literature festival which was one of the highlights of Hulls City of Culture year is ready to write a second chapter after securing new funding and a nomination for a major awards scheme. Produced by Hull Libraries, The Big Malarkey will return to East Park in Hull from 2024 June this year, with […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Ferens gains principal sponsor for 2018/19 exhibition programme 19th February 2018 Ferens Art Gallery has gained a new principal sponsor to support a fantastic 2018/19 exhibition programme. Local company Kingstown Works Ltd (KWL) will become the first ever principal sponsor of the Ferens exhibition programme, meaning it will continue to host the best of national and international exhibitions, following a record-breaking 2017. This high profile sponsorship […] Read more Leisure & Culture
2018 Open Exhibition opens at Ferens Art Gallery 13th February 2018 Artwork selected for the 2018 Open Exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery open to the public on Saturday 17 February. The high profile panel of judges artist and 2017 Turner Prize Nominee Hurvin Anderson, journalist, author and chair of Hull UK City of Culture 2017 Rosie Millard OBE; and curator of 20th century art at […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Woolly Zoo uncages crafty animals at Hull History Centre 6th February 2018 One of Hulls most exotic historical attractions has been recreated entirely from wool. In 1861, the citys hugely popular Spring Bank Zoological Gardens, which featured an impressive collection of animals including elephants, lions, tigers and polar bears, closed to the public. Now, a century and a half later, Hull History Centre has recreated the […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Star of the alternative male singing movement to lead free men-only harmony singing day in Hull 31st January 2018 The sound of men singing together often confined to the terraces and in pubs after a few too many is going to be heard loud and proud in Hull thanks to a star of the alternative male singing movement. Sing like a Bloke at Albemarle Music Centre on Saturday 17 February is a […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Statement from Hull City Council: Banksy work on Scott Street Bridge 29th January 2018 To prevent further damage staff will be on the site of the Scott Street Bridge this morning applying a protective layer to the Banksy artwork. This temporary measure will help to ensure that the public can continue to enjoy the work and prevent, where possible, further damage. Read more Leisure & Culture
Young dancers to display skills at Hull College 24th January 2018 Young performers and choreographers from Hull will show off their talents at a dance performance taking place in the city. Groups from across the city will perform street and contemporary dance at the event at the Hull Colleges Riverside Theatre. It is part of Creative Voice, a Hull City Council youth arts initiative. Hull Dance […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Learn how to use e-books at Hull Central Library 15th January 2018 Hull Central Library users can learn how to make better use of e-books and audiobooks at a demonstration of digital publications. A representative from Borrowbox, one of the librarys digital resource providers, will be at the library in Albion Street, Hull, on Wednesday 17 January from 1pm to 3pm to demonstrate how to easily access […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Connecting children with nature work begins on a major new schools tree planting campaign in Hull 12th January 2018 A major new schools tree planting campaign has got underway in Hull, providing opportunities for children to connect with nature while improving their school grounds. The work is part of the national Trees for Learning initiative, a DEFRA-funded programme that will see HEYwoods Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshires local tree and woodland […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Gallery favourites return 12th January 2018 Advance notice of temporary closure: Monday 22 and Friday 26 January 2018 Many of the gallery favourites will return to Ferens Art Gallery following the hugely popular Turner Prize 2017 exhibition, which was attended by over 116,000 visitors. In order to reinstate its permanent collection the Ferens Art Gallery will temporarily close between Monday 22 […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Hull History Centre receives essential maintenance works 11th January 2018 Hull History Centre will undergo planned building works between Monday 29 January and Monday 12 March 2018. During this period people visiting Hull History Centre who require access to the original archive material and historic documents will need to make an appointment. Access to the library and arcade area will be open as normal. To […] Read more Leisure & Culture