Printer-friendly versionObject of the Month - October 2019 - Andvord Bay, Antarctica
In her late seventies artist Frances Walker travelled to Antarctica, and the resulting artworks from her journey are on display in the McManus.
In this Object of the Month Frances talks about Andvord Bay, Antarctica, a large triptych of the polar landscape.
Latest Exhibitions
Among The Polar Ice
Sat 7 Sep 2019 - Sun 8 Mar 2020
The most fragile landscapes on earth are the subject of a new exhibition at The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery & Museum. Among the Polar Ice brings together contemporary and historic works by artists who have experienced life on the ice. These spectacular paintings offer a visual record of the world’s diminishing ice caps and remind us all that we have a role to play in their survival.
Admission Free. Opening times: Mon to Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 12.30-4.30pm. Last entry is
15 minutes before gallery closing time.
As We See It: Twentieth Century Scottish Art
Saturday 23 February showing throughout 2019
This exhibition explores the innovative and diverse approaches artists have taken in their creative practice. Whether representing the real world, abstracting elements from it or depicting a realm from the imagination, each artwork is unique and individual. All are a reflection of the artist’s engagement with the world at a particular time.
Admission Free. Opening times: Mon to Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 12.30-4.30pm. Last entry is
15 minutes before gallery closing time.
Welcome To McManus Galleries
The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum offers a fascinating insight into Dundee and with 8 galleries to explore, there is a wealth of information to discover in our exhibitions of art, history and the environment.
In 2017 The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery & Museum celebrated its 150th anniversary with a year-long programme of exhibitions and events for visitors, highlighting the important role Dundee’s best loved building has played, past and present, as a major cultural attraction. Read more...
The McManus runs a regular programme of activities and events, including crafty fun activities from the Creative Learning team and captivating behind the scenes tours from the Collections Unit. There is definitely something to entertain people of all ages and a trip to visit can make the perfect family day out.«
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