The free exhibition at the V & A in Dundee is continuing until May 2023. Sincerely, Valentines – From Postcards to Greetings Cards tells the story of one of Scotland’s pioneering commercial photographers, established in 1825 in Dundee. Valentines capitalised on rapid developments in photography, printing and tourism in the early 20th century and became […]
Breaking the news exhibition
July 6, 2022 by
A pop-up display based on the British Library’s Breaking the News exhibition is on view at Edinburgh’s Central Library. The displays draw upon each library’s individual collection and regional connections to celebrate the value of regional news in communities across the UK. It is on display 4 July 4 August 2022. Breaking the News at […]
Exhibition in Dundee
July 1, 2022 by
A free exhibition opens on 2 July 2022 at the V & A Dundee, Sincerely, Valentines – From Postcards to Greetings Cards tells the story of Valentines, founded in Dundee in 1825 and quickly becoming one of Dundee’s largest employers. The exhibition features photographs, historic postcards, promotional company magazines, booklets and greetings cards from the […]
St Bride at 125
December 1, 2021 by
An exhibition celebrating the first 125 years of St Bride Library is running from December 1 2021–March 1 2022. The exhibition will provide a potted history of the St Bride Foundation, demonstrating the vital role of the library and highlighting the activities of the Foundation, including the purpose-built print school, sporting and social clubs. For […]
SPRAT is grateful for support from The Watson Foundation