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Events calendar
Wednesday, 22 August 2012 (1 event)
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14:00 - 15:30
Living With Art
Artist in residence Can Altay leads a discussion about the places in which we live, work and spend our free time.
Saturday, 25 August 2012 (1 event)
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Family Day: Urban Explorers
Family Day is packed full of creative things for families of all ages to make and do together. This month we find out what it is like to step into the shoes of a real artist as we explore our new home, the William Morris Gallery.
Sunday, 26 August 2012 (1 event)
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13:30
Indonesian Textiles
Talk and handling session with textile specialist John Gillow exploring the textile arts of Indonesia that inspired Grayson Perry's Walthamstow Tapestry.
Thursday, 30 August 2012 (1 event)
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Grayson Perry Curator’s Tour
Join a Gallery curator for a short introduction to the imagery and themes in the Walthamstow Tapestry.
Tuesday, 4 September 2012 (1 event)
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19:30
Grayson Perry in Person
The internationally-celebrated artist discusses his latest work.
Saturday, 8 September 2012 (1 event)
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15:00
Michael Rosen: Poetry and Protest
Poet, performer, broadcaster and scriptwriter Michael Rosen explores the social concerns and the radical content of William Morris's poetry, using his own and other poets' work.
Sunday, 9 September 2012 (2 events)
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11:30
Poetry Tour
Join the Forest Poets on a special tour of the galleries as they perform their new poems, which have been inspired by the William Morris Gallery’s collection.
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14:30
Poetry Tour
Join the Forest Poets on a special tour of the galleries as they perform their new poems, which have been inspired by the William Morris Gallery’s collection.
Friday, 14 September 2012 (2 events)
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17:00 - 21:00
WMG Late: E17 Art Trail
The William Morris Gallery features the work of printmaker Anna Alcock, photographer Paul Tucker and the Forest Poets as part of the 2012 E17 Art Trail, Bestow. Explore the exhibitions and meet the artists in a relaxed evening atmosphere.
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19:30
E17 Art Trail Poetry Evening
This event is part of WMG Late: E17 Art Trail. Local, award-winning poet Pascale Petit joins the Forest Poets for an evening of poetry and music.
Saturday, 15 September 2012 (1 event)
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Lloyd Park Launch Event
Enjoy music, food, children’s entertainment and discovery activities in the newly restored Lloyd Park with a buffet of special activities hosted by the William Morris Gallery Tea Room.
Thursday, 20 September 2012 (1 event)
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Creative Kids: The Walthamstow Tapestry
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Saturday, 29 September 2012 (1 event)
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Family Day: Printmaking
Family Day is packed full of creative things for families of all ages to make and do together. This month we experiment with different printing techniques, using pattern and colour to explore William Morris's love of design.
Thursday, 18 October 2012 (1 event)
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Creative Kids: Animal Prints
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Sunday, 21 October 2012 (1 event)
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12:00 - 17:00
Fellowship Afternoon
The Society of Designer Craftsmen and the William Morris Gallery present a special event for artists, designers and craftsmen and women to share information, meet like-minded people and find out about exciting opportunities.
Saturday, 27 October 2012 (1 event)
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Family Day: The Big Draw
Family Day is packed full of creative things for families of all ages to make and do together. This month we get a little bit abstract with drawing and get inspired by Islamic Art.
Thursday, 1 November 2012 (1 event)
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19:30
Meet the Architects
Join us for a conversation with Pringle Richards Sharratt Architects. John Pringle and Penny Richards discuss their approach to refurbishing the William Morris Gallery and the challenges of displaying an internationally-significant collection within a Grade II* listed building.
Friday, 9 November 2012 (1 event)
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Everyday Encounters Curator’s Tour
Discover the people and ideas behind the work on display in Everyday Encounters, with a curator from the William Morris Gallery.
Thursday, 15 November 2012 (1 event)
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Creative Kids: Light and Dark
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Friday, 16 November 2012 (1 event)
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Volunteer Open Weekend
Learn new skills, get involved in your community and do something fun by becoming a volunteer at the William Morris Gallery or Vestry House Museum.
Saturday, 24 November 2012 (1 event)
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Family Day: Craft in Action
Family Day is packed full of creative things for families of all ages to make and do together. This month we see some real craftsmen and women in action and have a go at some traditional crafts, including book making, felt making and get hands-on with clay!
Thursday, 29 November 2012 (1 event)
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18:00 - 20:00
Festive Fun
Celebrate the start of the Christmas season with traditional carols sung by the London Forest Choir and some festive activities for all the family, decorate your own Christmas cookie or make a lantern to light up your evening. You could even treat yourself to a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie in our Tea Room and pick up some original presents for friends and family in the gift shop.
Thursday, 13 December 2012 (3 events)
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Creative Kids: Winter Tales
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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17:00 - 21:00
WMG Late: An evening with the Pre-Raphaelites
Step into the unconventional world of the Pre-Raphaelites for an evening of art, live music, gallery talks and entertainment from London-based mixologists The Gin Garden.
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19:30
Pre-Raphaelites: The 'First Modern Art Movement'
Join Tate curator, Alison Smith, to find out why the Pre-Raphaelites rebelled against the Art establishment and how they changed the artistic landscape of Victorian Britain.
This event is part of WMG Late: An evening with the Pre-Raphaelites.
Thursday, 10 January 2013 (1 event)
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Creative Kids: Making Beautiful Objects
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Saturday, 12 January 2013 (1 event)
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Everyday Encounters Curator’s Tour
Discover the people and ideas behind the work on display in Everyday Encounters, with curator Carol Naylor from the Society of Designer Craftsmen.
Sunday, 20 January 2013 (1 event)
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15:00
Arbutus String Quartet
Enjoy an afternoon concert in the beautiful Georgian setting of the William Morris Gallery. The Arbutus String Quartet will play three quartets from the great masters of the genre: Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven.
Saturday, 26 January 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: Iceland Adventure
Family Day is packed full of creative things for families of all ages to make and do together. This month we discover William Morris's love of stories of adventure and his fascination with Iceland.
Thursday, 7 February 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Chinese Dragons
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: Chinese Dragons
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Saturday, 9 February 2013 (1 event)
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10:00 - 17:00
E17 Designers Market
E17 Designers Market comes to the William Morris Gallery with a range of beautiful hand-made crafts that make the perfect Valentines present.
Thursday, 14 February 2013 (1 event)
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18:30
Valentines Dinner
Treat your partner to a romantic meal with music from Forest Philharmonic musicians in the historic surroundings of the William Morris Gallery.
Saturday, 23 February 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: Brilliant Buildings
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together.
Saturday, 9 March 2013 (1 event)
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10:00 - 13:30
Teachers' Course: Patternmaking
Join textile designer Sba Shaikh for practical ideas to explore pattermaking through Art & Design and Maths.
Wednesday, 13 March 2013 (1 event)
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19:30 - 21:00
David Bailey in Conversation SOLD OUT
Photographer David Bailey talks about his illustrious career and his portraits of London’s East End with Sandy Nairne, Director of the National Portrait Gallery.
Thursday, 14 March 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Mrs Morris’s tea party
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: Mrs Morris’s tea party
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Sunday, 24 March 2013 (1 event)
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16:00
William Morris’s Birthday Event
This year’s annual celebrations include a birthday toast with traditional music from Walthamstow Folk followed by a talk on the Gallery’s internationally recognised collection by curators Anna Mason and Carien Kremer.
Saturday, 30 March 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: Photo Fun
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together.
Thursday, 4 April 2013 (3 events)
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11:00 - 11:40
Easter Holiday Workshops: Drawing
Artist-led drawing workshops for children aged five and over.
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13:30 - 14:10
Easter Holiday Workshops: Drawing
Artist-led drawing workshops for children aged five and over.
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14:30 - 15:10
Easter Holiday Workshops: Drawing
Artist-led drawing workshops for children aged five and over.
Friday, 5 April 2013 (3 events)
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11:00 - 11:40
Easter Holiday Workshops: Puppet making and Performance
Make your own puppet and help us to perform stories about heroes, dragons, knights and wizards at our very own children’s puppet theatre. This workshop explores the story of Sigurd the Volsung.
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13:30 - 14:10
Easter Holiday Workshops: Puppet making and Performance
Make your own puppet and help us to perform stories about heroes, dragons, knights and wizards at our very own children’s puppet theatre. This workshop explores the story of Sigurd the Volsung.
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14:30 - 15:10
Easter Holiday Workshops: Puppet making and Performance
Make your own puppet and help us to perform stories about heroes, dragons, knights and wizards at our very own children’s puppet theatre. This workshop explores the story of Sigurd the Volsung.
Thursday, 11 April 2013 (5 events)
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Creative Kids: Spring wishes
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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11:00 - 11:40
Easter Holiday Workshops: Drawing
Artist-led drawing workshops for children aged five and over.
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Creative Kids: Spring wishes
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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13:30 - 14:10
Easter Holiday Workshops: Drawing
Artist-led drawing workshops for children aged five and over.
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14:30 - 15:10
Easter Holiday Workshops: Drawing
Artist-led drawing workshops for children aged five and over.
Friday, 12 April 2013 (3 events)
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11:00 - 11:40
Easter Holiday Workshops: Puppet making and Performance
Make your own puppet and help us to perform stories from the legend of King Arthur about heroes, dragons, knights and wizards at our very own children’s puppet theatre.
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13:30 - 14:10
Easter Holiday Workshops: Puppet making and Performance
Make your own puppet and help us to perform stories about heroes, dragons, knights and wizards at our very own children’s puppet theatre.
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14:30 - 15:10
Easter Holiday Workshops: Puppet making and Performance
Make your own puppet and help us to perform stories about heroes, dragons, knights and wizards at our very own children’s puppet theatre.
Friday, 19 April 2013 (1 event)
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David Bailey East End Faces
Join one of the Gallery’s curators for a tour of David Bailey’s photography exhibition.
Sunday, 21 April 2013 (1 event)
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12:00 - 16:00
Sunday Photo Challenge
Take part in our Photo Challenge and enter the Art Fund's Museum of the Year 2013 Photography competition with a chance to win an Apple ipad mini!
Saturday, 27 April 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: World of Books
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together.
Sunday, 28 April 2013 (1 event)
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12:00 - 16:00
Sunday Photo Challenge
Take part in our Photo Challenge and enter the Art Fund's Museum of the Year 2013 Photography competition with a chance to win an Apple ipad mini!
Wednesday, 1 May 2013 (1 event)
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Meet the Artist – David Mabb
Join us on May Day to celebrate the opening of David Mabb’s new installation Regime Change Begins at Home.
Sunday, 5 May 2013 (1 event)
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12:00 - 16:00
Sunday Photo Challenge
Take part in our Photo Challenge and enter the Art Fund's Museum of the Year 2013 Photography competition with a chance to win an Apple ipad mini!
Thursday, 9 May 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Every Kind of People
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: Every Kind of People
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Sunday, 12 May 2013 (1 event)
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12:00 - 16:00
Sunday Photo Challenge
Take part in our Photo Challenge and enter the Art Fund's Museum of the Year 2013 Photography competition with a chance to win an Apple ipad mini!
Thursday, 16 May 2013 (1 event)
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18:30 - 22:30
WMG Late: Vintage Bop and Beats
We prepare for an evening of high-octane entertainment with music, dance, art and fashion from the Swinging Sixties. Featuring London’s original 60s dance troupe The Actionettes.
Wednesday, 22 May 2013 (1 event)
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19:30 - 21:00
Imagined Futures
Ruth Kinna, writer and Professor of Political Theory at Loughborough University, discusses News From Nowhere and itsplace in Morris’s politics, his socialism and contemporary radical ideology.
Saturday, 25 May 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: Revolting Crafts
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together.
Thursday, 13 June 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Brer Rabbit
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: Brer Rabbit
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Saturday, 29 June 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: Comics and comedy
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together.
Thursday, 11 July 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Islamic art in the garden
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: Islamic art in the garden
Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Friday, 12 July 2013 (1 event)
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The Art of Embroidery: Nicola Jarvis and May Morris
Discover the delicate art of embroidery on a special tour with one of the Gallery’s curators, afterwards meet the artist, Nicola Jarvis.
Thursday, 18 July 2013 (1 event)
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19:30 - 21:00
Rise Up Women! The suffragette campaign for the vote
Diane Atkinson considers Emily Wilding Davison's protest in the wider context of the WSPU's militant campaign for women's suffrage in the years leading up to the outbreak of the First World War.
Wednesday, 24 July 2013 (1 event)
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10:30 - 17:00
Adult Workshop: Ornamental Embroidery
Stitch a botanical sampler in the style of May Morris with Ornamental Embroidery teachers Lynn Hulse and Nicola Jarvis.
Saturday, 27 July 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: My Secret Garden
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together.
Thursday, 1 August 2013 (1 event)
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18:30 - 22:30
WMG Late: Sweetness and Light
Enjoy a summer's evening at the William Morris Gallery, indulge in a candied feast inspired by the William Morris Garden and listen to the folk-pop choruses of Theo Bard.
Thursday, 15 August 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Birds of a Feather
Make a bird costume and learn to fly with Creative Kids. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: Birds of a Feather
Make a bird costume and learn to fly with Creative Kids. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Sunday, 18 August 2013 (1 event)
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14:00
Depersonalisation in Medicine
Artist Emma Barnard and Surgeon Michael Papesh discuss the Person as Patient exhibition.
Tuesday, 20 August 2013 (1 event)
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10:30 - 16:30
Young People's Photography Project
Learn digital photography skills with artist Errol Reuben Fernandes and make your own artworks for display at the William Morris Gallery.
Wednesday, 21 August 2013 (1 event)
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10:30 - 16:30
Young People's Photography Project
Learn digital photography skills with artist Errol Reuben Fernandes and make your own artworks for display at the William Morris Gallery.
Thursday, 22 August 2013 (2 events)
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10:30 - 16:30
Young People's Photography Project
Learn digital photography skills with artist Errol Reuben Fernandes and make your own artworks for display at the William Morris Gallery.
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14:00 - 16:30
Adult Taster Workshop: Ornamental Embroidery
Stitch a crewel work kit in the style of May Morris with Ornamental Embroidery teacher Nicola Jarvis. For beginners.
Friday, 23 August 2013 (1 event)
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10:30 - 16:30
Young People's Photography Project
Learn digital photography skills with artist Errol Reuben Fernandes and make your own artworks for display at the William Morris Gallery.
Saturday, 31 August 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: Paper It!
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together. Each event includes a make and take so you can remember your special day. Give ordinary objects a makeover using the paper art of decoupage and surround yourself with things that are useful and beautiful.
Thursday, 5 September 2013 (1 event)
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19:30
May Morris: Designer-Craftswoman & Daughter-Editor
A leading figure in the Arts & Crafts movement and a highly skilled embroiderer, May Morris also shared her father's socialist convictions and edited his writings. Biographer Jan Marsh discusses her life.
Thursday, 12 September 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Clay Beasts
Unleash your wild side and make clay animals. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: Clay Beasts
Unleash your wild side and make clay animals. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Saturday, 21 September 2013 (1 event)
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Adult Tour: Water House and its owners
Explore the William Morris Gallery, once a luxurious Georgian villa, through the lives of the people who lived there. This event is part of Open House London.
Sunday, 22 September 2013 (1 event)
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Adult Tour: Building the new Willam Morris Gallery
Discover the transformation of this Grade II* listed building into a popular visitor attraction. This event is part of Open House London.
Saturday, 28 September 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: Pattern and Play
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together. Each event includes a make and take so you can remember your special day. William Morris designed amazing patterns to decorate people's homes, join artist David Barnett of See 'n' Make to play and create your own games with pattern.
Thursday, 3 October 2013 (1 event)
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18:30 - 22:30
WMG Late: Ink and Drink
Rediscover the therapeutic effects of colouring-in with professional illustrator Niroot Puttapipat. First 100 guests get a free Pictura book!
Thursday, 10 October 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: African-American Folktales
A special storytelling session to celebrate Black History Month with Uncle Remus and Brer Rabbit. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: African-American Folktales
A special storytelling session to celebrate Black History Month with Uncle Remus and Brer Rabbit. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Sunday, 13 October 2013 (1 event)
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Nicola Tree: The Makers
Join us for an informal viewing of The Makers exhibition, where Nicola Tree will be sharing some of the stories behind her photographs.
Wednesday, 16 October 2013 (1 event)
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17:30 - 20:00
Giles Deacon and more... Teachers' and Educators' Private View
An exclusive evening viewing of the newly-opened Giles Deacon exhibition plus information on William Morris Gallery's current programmes for schools
Thursday, 17 October 2013 (1 event)
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19:30
The Long Table
An alternative dining experience that brings William Morris' ideas of fellowship to life. Enjoy delicious food and good company in a communal atmosphere.
Thursday, 24 October 2013 (1 event)
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19:30
Giles Deacon in Conversation
Join leading fashion writer and commentator Colin McDowell for a conversation with Giles Deacon, "the most adored designer of the past decade" says The Independent
Saturday, 26 October 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: Textiles from Africa
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together. Each event includes a make and take so you can remember your special day. Make your own textile designs inspired by African prints and explore Giles Deacon's fashion exhibition to celebrate Black History Month.
Wednesday, 6 November 2013 (1 event)
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10:00 - 13:00
Giles Deacon Fashion Design Workshops for GCSE/A Level or BTEC Level 2 students
Inspiring students to design and create thier own fabulous fashions and showcase these at a special catwalk event next term.
Thursday, 7 November 2013 (1 event)
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18:30 - 22:30
WMG Late: Fashion
Unleash your inner fashion designer with free craft activities and expert tutorials from the East London Craft Guerrilla.
Tuesday, 12 November 2013 (1 event)
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19:30
C R Ashbee and the Essex House Press
Mary Greensted discusses Ashbee and the history of the Essex House Press.
Wednesday, 13 November 2013 (1 event)
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10:00 - 13:00
Giles Deacon Fashion Design Workshops for GCSE/A Level or BTEC Level 2 students
Inspiring students to design and create thier own fabulous fashions and showcase these at a special catwalk event next term.
Thursday, 14 November 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Sea Faring
Explore life on the sea and great ships in Frank Brangwyn's paintings. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: Sea Faring
Explore life on the sea and great ships in Frank Brangwyn's paintings. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Saturday, 16 November 2013 (1 event)
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10:00 - 13:30
Teachers' Course: Safe and Simple Printmaking
Have a go at a range of simple techniques for the classroom not using knives or cutters. With artist Anna Alcock. £40.
Wednesday, 20 November 2013 (1 event)
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10:00 - 13:00
Giles Deacon Fashion Design Workshops for GCSE/A Level or BTEC Level 2 students
Inspiring students to design and create thier own fabulous fashions and showcase these at a special catwalk event next term.
Thursday, 21 November 2013 (1 event)
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19:30
The Long Table
An alternative dining experience that brings William Morris' ideas of fellowship to life. Enjoy delicious food and good company in a communal atmosphere.
Friday, 22 November 2013 (1 event)
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Giles Deacon Curator's Tour
Discover the story behind the first fashion show at the William Morris Gallery with its curator.
Saturday, 23 November 2013 (1 event)
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10:00 - 17:00
Morris and the Amateur Craftsman
Artist in residence Lizzie Hughes invites amateur craftspeople from Waltham Forest to bring their creations to the Gallery. It could be clothing, textiles, wood or metal work – anything that you’ve made yourself.
Wednesday, 27 November 2013 (1 event)
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10:00 - 13:00
Giles Deacon Fashion Design Workshops for GCSE/A Level or BTEC Level 2 students
Inspiring students to design and create thier own fabulous fashions and showcase these at a special catwalk event next term.
Saturday, 30 November 2013 (1 event)
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Family Day: Future Worlds
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the Gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together. Each event includes a make and take so you can remember your special day. Use your imagination to transform the Gallery into an ideal world with 3-D creatures from the future, inspired by William Morris's News From Nowhere.
Wednesday, 4 December 2013 (1 event)
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10:00 - 13:00
Giles Deacon Fashion Design Workshops for GCSE/A Level or BTEC Level 2 students
Inspiring students to design and create thier own fabulous fashions and showcase these at a special catwalk event next term.
Thursday, 12 December 2013 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Superheroes
Play with fashion and make an outfit of your favourite superhero. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: Superheroes
Play with fashion and make an outfit of your favourite superhero. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Friday, 13 December 2013 (1 event)
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18:30 - 22:30
WMG Late: Ignite!
Fashion-themed event for young people.
Sunday, 22 December 2013 (1 event)
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14:00 - 17:00
Winter Warmer
A magical afternoon of festive entertainment at the William Morris Gallery and Lloyd Park, including mulled wine and roasted chestnuts, children's activities, performance by Walthamstow based choir Natural Voices and much more. In partnership with the Friends of Lloyd Park.
Thursday, 9 January 2014 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: King Arthur
Make a 3-D wall painting of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: King Arthur
Make a 3-D wall painting of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Thursday, 16 January 2014 (1 event)
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19:30
The Long Table
An alternative dining experience that brings William Morris' ideas of fellowship to life. Enjoy delicious food and good company in a communal atmosphere.
Thursday, 23 January 2014 (1 event)
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17:30 - 20:00
Education Private View for Jeremy Deller's English Magic Exhibition
A chance for teachers and educators to preview this exciting exhibition- chosen as one of Time Out's Top Ten events - over a glass of wine. The content will be of particular interest to Art & Design, Citizenship and English teachers.
Saturday, 25 January 2014 (1 event)
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Family Day: Family Portraits
On the last Saturday of every month we pack the gallery full of fun activities for families to make and do together. Each event includes a make and take so you can remember your special day. Learn how to paint and make portraits with unusual materials and find out about William Morris's family.
Sunday, 26 January 2014 (1 event)
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15:00
Jane Morris: More than a painting by Rossetti
A talk to mark the centenary of the death of Jane Morris. Writer and scholar Peter Faulkner discusses this much overlooked figure, for decades considered only as the Pre-Raphaelite 'stunner' and unfaithful wife of William Morris.
Friday, 7 February 2014 (2 events)
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14:00 - 16:00
Tea tasting
Learn all about tea and how to brew the perfect cuppa
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English Magic Curator's Tour
Join Emma Gifford-Mead, curator of the British Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, for a tour of Jeremy Deller's exhibition. In partnership with the British Council.
Thursday, 13 February 2014 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: A Gift of Love
Make gifts to share with your friends and family this Valentine's Day. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
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Creative Kids: A Gift of Love
Make gifts to share with your friends and family this Valentine's Day. Play, make and get hands on with Creative Kids, a regular session for children under five to enjoy with their parents and carers.
Friday, 14 February 2014 (1 event)
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18:30 - 22:30
WMG Late: Singles Unite!
Spark a new romance at a Valentine's Day cocktail party with optional speed dating. Drinks, canapes and soulmate-spotting in a romantic setting.
Saturday, 15 February 2014 (1 event)
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London Children's Book Swap
Swap a book your family has enjoyed and for someone else's recommended read
Wednesday, 19 February 2014 (1 event)
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19:30
Jeremy Deller in Conversation SOLD OUT
An opportunity to discover more about the evolution of Deller's installation at the British Pavilion and his long fascination with William Morris.
Saturday, 22 February 2014 (1 event)
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Family Day: Arabian Nights
Join bloodthirsty kings and a magic lamp as we journey through One Thousand and One Nights, a collection of ancient folk tales from west and south Asia loved by William Morris
Wednesday, 5 March 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 12:00
Makes You Think! Jeremy Deller inspired workshops for secondary students
These two-hour sessions consider how art can be used as a tool for political campaigning
Thursday, 6 March 2014 (1 event)
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18:30 - 22:30
WMG Late: Jeremy Deller
A live performance from the Melodians Steel Orchestra, plus a special screening of Rosalind Fowler's documentary Folk In Her Machine
Wednesday, 12 March 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 12:00
Makes You Think! Jeremy Deller inspired workshops for secondary students
These two-hour sessions consider how art can be used as a tool for political campaigning
Thursday, 13 March 2014 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: William the Strong
Free puppet-making for the under-5s
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Creative Kids: William the Strong
Free puppet-making for the under-5s
Saturday, 15 March 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 16:30
Banner making workshop with Ed Hall
Make your own trade union style banner inspired by Jeremy Deller's English Magic
Wednesday, 19 March 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 12:00
Makes You Think! Jeremy Deller inspired workshops for secondary students
These two-hour sessions consider how art can be used as a tool for political campaigning
Thursday, 20 March 2014 (1 event)
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19:30
The Long Table
An alternative dining experience that brings William Morris' ideas of fellowship to life. Enjoy delicious food and good company in a communal atmosphere.
Saturday, 22 March 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 13:30
Teachers' Course: Teaching Textiles for Secondary Teachers
For secondary Art & Design/Design & Technology teachers: a chance to share practice, learn new skills and refresh old ones inspired by the gallery displays.
Sunday, 23 March 2014 (1 event)
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15:00
John Ruskin, ‘The Nature of Gothic’ and William Morris
Find out how William Morris was influenced by John Ruskin's essay, 'The Nature of Gothic'
Saturday, 29 March 2014 (1 event)
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Birds of Prey
Hold one of the incredible birds featured in Jeremy Deller's English Magic
Sunday, 6 April 2014 (1 event)
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10:30
Curator's tour
Join one of the Gallery's curators for an introductory tour of the collection
Thursday, 10 April 2014 (1 event)
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Creative Kids: Peacock Tiles
Make clay tiles inspired by the magnificent peacock
Saturday, 26 April 2014 (1 event)
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Family Day: Explore and Draw
Discover the Gallery's hidden treasures
Thursday, 8 May 2014 (1 event)
Wednesday, 14 May 2014 (1 event)
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19:30
The Heroic Labour of Frank Brangwyn
Tim Barringer explores Frank Brangwyn's fascination with manual work
Thursday, 15 May 2014 (1 event)
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18:30 - 22:30
Museums at Night: Mr Smith’s Letterpress Workshop
A night of political sloganeering with Mr Smith's Letterpress Workshop
Saturday, 31 May 2014 (1 event)
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Family Day: Celtic Patterns
An afternoon of ancient alphabets, amazing mazes and zoomorphic letters
Sunday, 8 June 2014 (1 event)
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14:00 - 16:00
Meet the Artist - Diana Furlong
Join us to explore Zoom In, Zoom Out with artist Diana Furlong. This event is part of the E17 Art Trail.
Thursday, 12 June 2014 (2 events)
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Creative Kids: Painting with Nature
Explore our garden and learn to paint with natural products
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19:30
The Long Table
An alternative dining experience that brings William Morris' ideas of fellowship to life. Enjoy delicious food and good company in a communal atmosphere.
Wednesday, 18 June 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free Arts Award artist-led workshop day
Artist-led days with a chance talk to the artist about their work and get portfolio advice
Thursday, 19 June 2014 (2 events)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free Arts Award artist-led workshop day
Artist-led days with a chance talk to the artist about their work and get portfolio advice
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19:30
William Morris and the First World War
Tony Pinkney explores Morris's analysis of war and violence
Friday, 20 June 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free Arts Award artist-led workshop day
Artist-led days with a chance talk to the artist about their work and get portfolio advice
Saturday, 21 June 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free Arts Award artist-led workshop day
Artist-led days with a chance talk to the artist about their work and get portfolio advice
Tuesday, 24 June 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free graphic design workshops: create Brangwyn-inspired posters
Explore typography and integration of word and image with artist printmaker Anna Alcock
Wednesday, 25 June 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free graphic design workshops: create Brangwyn-inspired posters
Explore typography and integration of word and image with artist printmaker Anna Alcock
Thursday, 26 June 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free graphic design workshops: create Brangwyn-inspired posters
Explore typography and integration of word and image with artist printmaker Anna Alcock
Friday, 27 June 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free graphic design workshops: create Brangwyn-inspired posters
Explore typography and integration of word and image with artist printmaker Anna Alcock
Saturday, 28 June 2014 (1 event)
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Family Day: Mega Murals
Help us create a mural to commemorate the outbreak of the First World War
Tuesday, 1 July 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free graphic design workshops: create Brangwyn-inspired posters
Explore typography and integration of word and image with artist printmaker Anna Alcock
Wednesday, 2 July 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free graphic design workshops: create Brangwyn-inspired posters
Explore typography and integration of word and image with artist printmaker Anna Alcock
Thursday, 3 July 2014 (2 events)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free graphic design workshops: create Brangwyn-inspired posters
Explore typography and integration of word and image with artist printmaker Anna Alcock
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18:30 - 22:30
WMG Late: Belgium
Experience the cultural highlights of Belgium, birthplace of Frank Brangwyn
Friday, 4 July 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 14:30
Free graphic design workshops: create Brangwyn-inspired posters
Explore typography and integration of word and image with artist printmaker Anna Alcock
Thursday, 10 July 2014 (1 event)
Thursday, 17 July 2014 (1 event)
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19:30
The Long Table
An alternative dining experience that brings William Morris' ideas of fellowship to life. Enjoy delicious food and good company in a communal atmosphere.
Friday, 18 July 2014 (1 event)
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10:30
Curator's tour
Join one of the Gallery's curators for an introductory tour of the collection
Saturday, 26 July 2014 (2 events)
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Walthamstow Garden Party
A free weekend of music, theatre, arts & crafts, food and family activity in beautiful Lloyd Park
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Family Day: Beauties and Beasts
Bring Beauty and the Beast to life through movement and dance
Sunday, 27 July 2014 (1 event)
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Family Day: Indian Textiles
Be inspired by Indian fabric and print like William Morris!
Wednesday, 30 July 2014 (1 event)
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Summer of Stories
Interactive storytelling sessions inspired by Morris's love of myths and legends
Saturday, 2 August 2014 (1 event)
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Film Screening: Indian Textiles
Follow the skilled craftsmen who make Bagh prints, Kalamkari and Ajrakh prints, three traditional Indian textiles, in this series of short films. In collaboration with the Crafts Museum, New Delhi.
Sunday, 3 August 2014 (1 event)
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10:30
Frank Brangwyn tour
Join one of our curators to discover the life and work of Frank Brangwyn
Tuesday, 5 August 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 16:00
Young People's Creative Project
Young people aged 16 - 22 are offered the chance to make their own artwork for exhibition at the William Morris Gallery. This four day project will explore working conditions in the textile industry, focusing particularly on India and Bangladesh and looking at the work of local artist Alke Schmidt. With the support and guidance of artist Della Rees you will experiment with new techniques, visit an artist's studio and make a creative response to this issue.
Wednesday, 6 August 2014 (2 events)
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10:00 - 16:00
Young People's Creative Project
Young people aged 16 - 22 are offered the chance to make their own artwork for exhibition at the William Morris Gallery. This four day project will explore working conditions in the textile industry, focusing particularly on India and Bangladesh and looking at the work of local artist Alke Schmidt. With the support and guidance of artist Della Rees you will experiment with new techniques, visit an artist's studio and make a creative response to this issue.
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Summer of Stories
Interactive storytelling sessions inspired by Morris's love of myths and legends
Thursday, 7 August 2014 (1 event)
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10:00 - 16:00
Young People's Creative Project
Young people aged 16 - 22 are offered the chance to make their own artwork for exhibition at the William Morris Gallery. This four day project will explore working conditions in the textile industry, focusing particularly on India and Bangladesh and looking at the work of local artist Alke Schmidt. With the support and guidance of artist Della Rees you will experiment with new techniques, visit an artist's studio and make a creative response to this issue.
Friday, 8 August 2014 (2 events)
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10:00 - 16:00
Young People's Creative Project
Young people aged 16 - 22 are offered the chance to make their own artwork for exhibition at the William Morris Gallery. This four day project will explore working conditions in the textile industry, focusing particularly on India and Bangladesh and looking at the work of local artist Alke Schmidt. With the support and guidance of artist Della Rees you will experiment with new techniques, visit an artist's studio and make a creative response to this issue.
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10:30
Frank Brangwyn tour
Join one of our curators to discover the life and work of Frank Brangwyn
Wednesday, 13 August 2014 (1 event)
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Summer of Stories
Interactive storytelling sessions inspired by Morris's love of myths and legends
Thursday, 14 August 2014 (1 event)
Wednesday, 20 August 2014 (1 event)
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Summer of Stories
Interactive storytelling sessions inspired by Morris's love of myths and legends
Thursday, 21 August 2014 (2 events)
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19:00
Brangwyn at War!
Libby Horner reveals the stories behind Frank Brangwyn's First World War designs
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19:30
The Long Table
An alternative dining experience that brings William Morris' ideas of fellowship to life. Enjoy delicious food and good company in a communal atmosphere.
Wednesday, 27 August 2014 (1 event)
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Summer of Stories
Interactive storytelling sessions inspired by Morris's love of myths and legends
Saturday, 30 August 2014 (2 events)
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Family Day: Poster Making
Design and make posters to support local causes
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14:00 - 16:00
Yinka Shonibare MBE comes to Walthamstow
Meet the artist and find out more about his next major commission
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