Curator Talk: Behind the Scenes of 'The Rossettis: Siblings and Spouses' Exhibition
Join the co-curators of The Rossettis: Siblings and Spouses for an exclusive talk and guided tour of Wightwick Manor's new exhibition.
- Booking essential
Begin your morning with tea or coffee on arrival before an illustrated talk by Hannah Square, Senior Collections & House Officer, and Helen Bratt-Wyton, Property Curator. Discover the stories behind the exhibition, hear about exciting new acquisitions and rediscoveries, and explore the lives and creative legacy of Christina, Dante Gabriel, Maria and William Rossetti, alongside Elizabeth Siddal and Lucy Madox Brown.
Following the talk, Hannah and Helen will lead a guided tour through Wightwick Manor, offering unique insights into the exhibition's highlights, from newly attributed works and rarely displayed objects to the internationally significant Rossetti collection assembled through the pioneering efforts of Lady Mander.
This special event offers a rare opportunity to experience 'The Rossettis: Siblings and Spouses' with the people who curated it, providing behind-the-scenes insight into the research, discoveries and stories that shaped Wightwick's largest ever exhibition.
Tea and coffee are included on arrival. The talk lasts approximately 40 minutes, followed by a guided tour of the exhibition through the Manor lasting around one hour.
£20 per person, booking essential, admission costs included.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All | £20.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
The meeting room is located on the upper floor of the Old Manor, via a flight of stairs. The walking tour covers both floors of the Manor, there are places to sit throughout. There is no lift access, not suitable for wheelchairs.
- Meeting point
Please park up on the main car park and make your way up the path to the Manor and follow signs to the Meeting Room located above the Old Manor Shop.
- Suitability for children
16+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a paying adult)
- What to bring and wear
Please no stiletto heels or bags larger than A4 size in the Manor. The Manor heating is dependent on the humidity of the day; it can get warm in the summer months.
- Other
Please allow about 10 minutes to get from the car park to the Meeting Room. £20 per person, includes tea/coffee on arrival and admission costs.
Upcoming events
Exhibition - The Rossettis: Siblings and Spouses
Discover the remarkable creative world of one of Victorian Britain’s most talented families in a major new exhibition at Wightwick Manor, featuring new acquisitions, rediscoveries and rarely seen works from the Rossetti circle.
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