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THE ARMITT ACQUIRES KURT SCHWITTERS PORTRAIT
THE ARMITT ACQUIRES KURT SCHWITTERS PORTRAIT OF AMBLESIDE RESIDENT JOHN MACKERETH The Armitt: Museum, Gallery, Library in Ambleside has acquired an important portrait of John Mackereth, an Ambleside resident and chemist, painted by the German artist Kurt Schwitters....
WAINWRIGHT EXHIBITION AT THE ARMITT 2025
New Wainwright exhibition to be opened at The Armitt in 2025 with never-before-seen items on display The Armitt museum is pleased to announce a collaborative for 2025, co-curated with ‘Alfred Wainwright Books & Memorabilia’ on the legendary Alfred...
HERITAGE OPEN DAYS
HERITAGE OPEN DAYS Free entry to The Armitt and tours of the museum storeroom on Friday 13th September as part of Heritage Open Days Visitors to Ambleside will get free entry to The Armitt on Friday 13th September, and the chance to explore the museum storeroom, as...
Running Int’ Fells
Running Int’ Fells – the history of fell running in the Lake District, an awe-inspiring new exhibition at The Armitt The Armitt: Museum, Gallery, Library in Ambleside will reopen on Wednesday 14th February 2024 with a brand-new...
HERITAGE OPEN DAY
Thursday 14th September 10am - 5pm Discover the stories of remarkable women through current exhibitions at The Armitt. Plus, join a member of the team on a personal Walk & Talk of the museum and the Ambleside Bridge House. The Armitt: Museum, Gallery and Library...
MAKA’S WORK EXPERIENCE – KENDAL COLLEGE
My name is Makary and I have just completed a 2-week college placement at The Armitt as part of my Business course at college. On my first day, I was given a tour of the museum and learnt about how the organisation is run, ranging from things such as exhibitions to...
The Armitt acquires rare George Romney portrait
The Armitt acquires rare George Romney portrait of historic Cumbrian landowner The Armitt: Museum, Gallery, Library in Ambleside has acquired an important portrait of Sir Michael Le Fleming, 4th Baronet of Rydal Hall, painted by Cumbria’s own George Romney. George...
SPECIAL OPENING BY DONATION FOR THE ARMITT’S 110TH BIRTHDAY
The Armitt will be having a special opening on Tuesday 8th November 2022, to celebrate its 110th anniversary. Instead of paying normal admission of £6.00 for an annual adult ticket, visitors can explore the museum and library by providing a donation amount of their...
Kurt Schwitters bust unveiled in The Armitt’s new garden
On Thursday 13th October, The Armitt unveiled a new bust of the artist Kurt Schwitters in the museum garden which is in mid-development. The bust, sculpted by artist Anthony Padgett, will be the focal point of the outdoor space to be enjoyed by visitors, staff, and...