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Lifelines:
Virginia Ironside
Tuesday 21 March, 7:30pm
Author of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Deborah Moggach chats with award-winning author, journalist and agony aunt Virginia Ironside, whose journalism has spanned Woman magazine, Sunday Mirror, Today, the Sunday Post, The Independent and Oldie. Alongside her journalistic career solving peoples’ problems, Virginia has been writing novels since her first book, Chelsea Bird, was published at the age of nineteen. Most recently, No, Thanks! I’m Quite Happy Standing! Was described by Wendy Holden as “funny” and “brave”, describing her humour as “reminiscent of the great Sue Townsend’s (and I can pay no greater compliment) — a combination of unpretentiousness, generosity and piercing insight” .
Tickets are £12 (£10 FoBH and under 26s) available here or call 020 7431 0144.
A supper including wine is available after the talk for an additional £20. |
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Erika Fox 80th Birthday Concert
Sunday 19 March, 2.30pm
FREE
Sounds Positive present a concert in honour of the 80thbirthday of the composer Erika Fox. Fox, born in Vienna, came to England in 1939 as a child refugee. Her music is striking and very individual. This concert highlights works especially written for Sounds Positive’s ensemble of woodwind, trumpet and piano.
More information available here |
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Louis M. Champion: A Catalogue of Obsessions
Wednesday 22 - Sunday 26 March
An exhibition of photography by Louis M. Champion. www.lmchampion.com |
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Retracing Ribeiro
Until 19 March 2017
The Hampstead painter Lancelot Ribeiro was one of the most original of the Indian artists who settled in Britain in the post-war period. A new temporary exhibition of his works at Burgh House will launch a year-long Retracing Ribeiro programme of events, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund and being celebrated as part of the 2017 UK-India Year of Culture, in partnership with The British Museum, V&A, Central Saint Martins and Camden Archives.
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Guildhall Friends Recital
Friday 31 March, 7:15pm
The Guildhall Friends Recital - young professional singers and musicians - present a programme of ensembles, duos and solos by Mozart and Schubert; for a wonderful contrast between the solemn and beauty of Schubert's music and some of the greatest duos and solos from Mozart's famous operas.
Tickets are £12 when booked in advanced, or £15 on the door. Limited tickets available. Book tickets here |
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Jun Takai: Life in Suetsugi 末続 暮らしの写真展
Wednesday 1- Sunday 12 March
The exhibition Life in Suetsugi 末続 暮らしの写真展 focuses on people’s ordinary lives in Suetsugi, and features pictures taken by photographer Jun Takagi after the devastating 2011 earthquake off the Pacific coast of Tōhoku. |
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Hampstead Music Club: Vocal and Instrumental Baroque Evening
Tuesday 7 March, 8:05pm
Music dating from 1600 to 1800. There is a suggested donation of £3. Please contact Dulce Conway on 020 7272 7845 for more details. |
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International Women's Day: Family Event
Sunday 12 March, 11am-1pm
FREE
Burgh House celebrates women’s social, economic, cultural and political achievements today and throughout history. This drop-in family activity
is suitable for all ages. |
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Mother's Day Breakfast
Sunday 26 March, 10-11am
Treat your mother to a lovely breakfast in Burgh House’s historic Music Room, accompanied by beautiful and relaxing live piano. This event includes a gift-wrapped present for each mum, as well as a copy of the Burgh House Guide Book.
Advance booking required. Tickets available here |
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London Natural History Society: London's Finest Birdwatching Sites- Hampstead Heath
Wednesday 22 March, 7pm
The wonders of Hampstead Heath and the surprisingly diverse wildlife that can be found in this treasured green haven are brought to light in this illustrated talk, looking at the Heath throughout the year. Everyone welcome. £2 on the door. More information available here |
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Ishbel McWhirter: Scrutiny and Revelation A 90th Birthday Restrospective
Wednesday 11 January-Sunday 26 March
Ishbel McWhirter was born in 1927 and lives and works in Hampstead, London and Anglesey, North Wales. Showcasing works spanning from the 1940s to the present, this exhibition will be the first comprehensive survey of her work across seven decades. Coinciding with McWhirter’s 90thbirthday, it will celebrate her achievements as an artist. Charting her stylistic developments, personal relationships and singular sensitivities, it aims to communicate what makes McWhirter so distinctive and unique as a 20th century artist.
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Buttery Cafe open
Wed - Fri
10am - 5pm
Sat - Sun
9.30am - 5.30pm
For Reservations call 020 7794 3943 |
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Capability Brown: Making his Design Fit for the 21st Century
Thursday 2 March, 7:30pm
The Heath and Hampstead Society invite you to an illustrated lecture by Tom Oliver, landscape architect, Patron of the Society and Fellow of the RSA and the Green Alliance. Tom will discuss the restoration of an extensive 18th-century landscape under present-day conditions. Croome Parke in Worcestershire was Capability Brown's first complete design and one of his favourites, brough back from obvlivion by the National Trust. What were the primary challenges in achieving this transformation and how successful has the restoration been?
Tickets £15 including refreshments.
Email info or call 07768827405 |
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Jewish Songs for Children
Sunday 12 March, 2pm
The concert, intended for children and the whole family, will be performed by Trio Galloway Music. Young and old alike will enjoy the virtuosity of violin, cello and piano musicians and their lively, interactive performance which will combine traditional Yiddish and Hebrew songs from Eastern Europe.
Tickets are £15 for children and £5 for adults, and are available with more information here |
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Mother's Day Activity
Sunday 26 March 12-2pm
Drop-in to our Family Activity Day for Mother’s Day and say a big thank you to your mum by designing your very own card to give. Suitable for all ages. FREE |
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Archie Prentice: Natural Abstractions in Colour
Wednesday 29 March - Sunday 2 April
A solo show by Archie Prentice. Archie feels highlighting the sharp distinction between abstract and figurative painting can be ineffective for the viewer. Thus, he explores abstracting colour, shade and light from nature without losing the figurative image to create a ‘third space’. |
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Destruction/
Construction
Wednesday 11 January-Sunday 2 April
Curated by Museum Intern Liberte Reilly as part of the series of exhibitions on the first-floor landing of the House, showcasing works from our collection stores. Destruction/ Construction looks at the edges of Hampstead beyond the pristine image. Featuring photographs, water-colours and an oil pastel the exhibition covers a wide range of art styles, mediums and periods. Come look at the ongoing processes of renovation and construction that make our Hampstead and shape its future.
Photograph by Dorthey Bohm |
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Burgh House & Hampstead Museum open
Wed - Fri & Sun
12noon - 5pm
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