3 December 2022 to 11 December 2022
FAMILY THEATRE : Christmas in the Valley
Horse + Bamboo, Waterfoot,
Rossendale
Horse + Bamboo's retelling of a Christmas story, in a very familiar setting, will take you on a whirlwind adventure that will keep Christmas in your heart all the year. An immersive adventure through Rossendale Valley at Christmas, brought to life with animation, puppetry & live music. Ages 3yrs - 7yrs. 11am - 3pm. £8/£6.
3 December 2022 to 11 December 2022.
http://www.horseandbamboo.org/
8 December 2022
BLACKBURN CHAMBER CHOIR AT CHRISTMAS
Spring Antics in the Museum, Haslingden Road,
Rossendale
We are excited to be welcoming back the amazing Blackburn Chamber Choir performing their Christmas programme.
£12.
7:30 pm.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
22 December 2022 to 19 February 2023
EXHIBITION: Liam Spencer: Irwell: Afterlife
Spring Antics in the Museum, Haslingden Road,
Rossendale
The river Irwell was once the hardest working and filthiest river in the world. Now it is an invaluable wildlife corridor within reach of thousands of people. This exhibition will explore the Irwell and its valley, from its source in Rossendale to its final destination at Salford Quays and the Manchester Ship Canal. Paintings, drawings, photographs and film will reveal its post-industrial landscapes and the wildlife which thrives there, often discreet and hidden from view. Free. Wed - Sun: 10am - 4pm, late night Thursday until 8pm.
22 December 2022 to 19 February 2023.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
17 January 2023
Lancashire Archives
Rawtenstall Library, Queen's Square, Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall,,
Rossendale, Lancashire,
Learn more about the local collections held by your nearest library. An archivist will also be available during library opening hours on the day to provide a drop-in service for enquiries and advice. At 2pm there will also be an introductory talk about the work of Lancashire Archives. Booking not necessary, just drop in on the day.
Free.
9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
events.lancashire.gov.uk
4 March 2023
Spring Antics in the Museum
The Whitaker, Haslingden Road,
Rawtenstall
This month the theme is Spring - unlock our latest museum mystery to claim your prize! Check out some of our fascinating collection of gems, minerals & rocks. Make and take home a 'sign of spring'. And if you still have the energy, follow our spring trail and play a few games. 11am & 1pm. £3.
11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
30 March 2023
An Evening with Jennifer Reid
The Whitaker, Haslingden Road,
Rawtenstall
Take a journey back to pre-Industrial Lancashire through song. Jennifer sings traditional Lancashire dialect and Industrial Revolution work and street songs.
£10.
7:30 pm.
www.thewhitaker.org
1 April 2023
Easter Antics at the Museum
The Whitaker, Haslingden Road,
Rawtenstall
Decorate and roll an egg, design and make an Easter bonnet or mask, solve an Easter mystery, and much more! Sessions at 11am and 1pm. £3 per child.
All day.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
9 November 2023
Cottonshed Theatre Company: Beware of the Doll
The Whitaker, Haslingden Road,
Rawtenstall
Inspired by the Cabinet of Curiosities and taxidermy pieces at The Whitaker, this show has been expertly conceived and created by the children’s section (7-11 years) of this inclusive theatre group. Come along and experience the weird, scary and spooky side of theatre.
£5.
7:00 pm.
thewhitaker.org
16 November 2023
Film nights at The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
The Whitaker, Haslingden Road,
Rawtenstall
Barton Fink - 1991, Directed by Joel Coen & Ethan Coen A Coen brothers classic and winner of the Palme D’Or and two other major awards at Cannes. £7.50, concs £6.
7:30 pm.
thewhitaker.org
18 November 2023 to 19 November 2023
Christmas Art Market
Horse & Bamboo, 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot,
Rossendale
Horse + Bamboo’s ever-popular seasonal craft and art market is the place to buy unique, hand-made and creative gifts for friends, family (and yourself).
18 November 2023 to 19 November 2023.
horseandbamboo.org
24 November 2023
Kyla Brox Band
Horse & Bamboo, 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot,
Rossendale
Blues and soul become inextricably entwined in award-winning singer-songwriter, Kyla Brox, whose raw talent has seen her described as “the finest female blues singer of her generation”. £8 - £10.
8:00 pm.
horseandbamboo.org
2 December 2023 to 10 December 2023
The Squirrel, The Cake & The Cabinet
Horse & Bamboo, 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot,
Rossendale
Join Horse + Bamboo for our signature festive adventure through the woods and into magical lands where strange characters will share their stories. 3 - 7yrs. Craft 10am & 2pm - Show 11am & 3pm. £8/£6 or pwyc. (Pay what you can).
2 December 2023 to 10 December 2023.
horseandbamboo.org
23 December 2023
Film night at The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
The Whitaker, Haslingden Road,
Rawtenstall
Christmas Film: The Muppet Christmas Carol - Join Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and the gang for a tasty hot chocolate and film matinee as the Muppets universe re-tell Charles Dickens’ immortal classic “A Christmas Carol”.
£6.
1:30 pm.
thewhitaker.org
5 January to 10 March
Ruby Tingle – Afterlife Exhibition
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
Ruby Tingle presents her new work Afterlife, resurrecting The Whitaker’s off show taxidermy collection as new dioramas in a temporary ‘swamp heaven’. The show draws together installation, works on paper, music, scent and performance to create a multi sensory fantasy wetlands.
5 January to 10 March.
thewhitaker.org
20 January
Goofus Theatre presents ‘Me, the Snow and Old Man Crow’
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
A new non-verbal theatre experience for all to enjoy with clowning, puppetry, soundtrack and encounters, ‘Me, the Snow and Old Man Crow’ will take you on a fantastical journey where magic, nonsense, heart and play abound and all is possible!
£8.
1:30 pm.
thewhitaker.org
3 February
Family Antics at the Museum
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
Come along and celebrate Chinese New Year in our monthly family antics as we celebrate the year of the Dragon! 11am & 1pm. Recommended for age 6+
£3.
All day.
thewhitaker.org
14 February
Board Game Session
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
Drop into our board game session during the half-term holidays. There will be lots of games for you to try - or even bring your own and play with friends! Ages 6 plus.
£4.
11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
thewhitaker.org
14 March to 26 May
Liane Lang – Touch Stone Exhibition
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
Liane Lang's project Touch Stone talks about human industry and activity in the landscape, showing traces and materials from bark to lead, stone to rusty industrial salvage. Wed - Sun: 10am - 4pm. Free. Free
14 March to 26 May.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
6 April
Family Antics at the Museum
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
Join us for our April antics and expect the un-‘egg’-spected with some Easter themed crafts and activities. 11am & 1pm, booking required. Recommended for age 6+.
£3.
All day.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
12 April
Create with Caroline: Ink drawing & mark making
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
Come and learn the art of inky drawing, exploring mark making and drawing inspired by people and places, and create a masterpiece to take home with you. 11am & 1.30pm. Activities recommended for age 6+.
£8.
All day.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
16 May
Film Night – Wild Water
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
This documentary film, directed by Ben Davis, allows us to enter the world of the cold water swimming community thriving by the highest beach in England at Gaddings Reservoir, Lumbutts. £7.50, concs £6.
7:30 pm.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
8 June
Club Origami
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
Shall we see what we can make with a single square of paper? As you scrunch the paper, see how your imagination begins to dance... Dance, fashion and live music meet the magic of origami to sweep us up on a spirited and inspiring adventure in a land made purely of paper and play. Recommended ages 0-5yrs. 11am & 1pm.
£8.
All day.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
23 June
Curators Talk – The Whitehead Family
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
In this talk, led by our Curator and Whitaker volunteers, you will learn more about the collections The Whitaker holds about the Whitehead family. Exploring these collections, you will look at the history of the Whiteheads, their textile business and its role in the development of Rawtenstall. This one is for those with an interest in local history!
£3.
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
4 July
Film Night – Priscilla
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslington Road,
Rossendale
Sofia Coppola’s biographical drama gives us insight into the intriguing and complex relationship between Elvis Presley and his wife Priscilla. Based on Priscilla’s 1985 memoire Elvis and Me. £7.50, concs £6.
7:30 pm.
https://www.thewhitaker.org/
15 November
Horse + Bamboo’s Quiz Night
Horse + Bamboo, Waterfoot,
Rossendale
Your gracious host, Alastair Price, is returning with more question rounds from the creative and innovative to the downright ridiculous. This quiz is popular – please book your table in advance! £2 per person.
7:30 pm.
https://horseandbamboo.org/