Current Exhibitions

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An Eye For Fashion Norman Parkinson

Norman Parkinson Photographs
British Designers 1954-1964

21 January - 15 April 2012

A stunning exhibition of vintage fashion photography by Norman Parkinson, one of Britian's most significant portrait and fashion photographers of the 20th century. The portfolio represents the British fashion designers who laid the foundations for today's fashion industry.

Displaying over 60 rare vintage photographs from the Angela Williams Archive, this unique portfolio evokes a sense of glamour, beauty and timeless elegance.

Original 50s and 60s clothing from the museum's collection will also feature, showcasing high street fashion designs from this period.

Entry £5/£4

Entry free every last Wednesday of the month
Wed 25 Jan, Wed 29 Feb & Wed 28 March

Visit the Events section to find out about events and talks taking place alongside the exhibition, including a screening of An Affair to Remember and Aston Martin Day!
Events sponsored by Project Graphics

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Exhibition supported by
Bristol Fashion Week, The Mall at Cribbs Causeway

Image: Jean Shrimpton 'Plain Girl' 1963, wearing James Wedge © Norman Parkinson Limited

Bristol Urban Sport

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Bristol Urban Sport

23 May 2012 - 9 September 2012

Coinciding with the arrival of the Olympic torch into the city, Bristol Urban Sport explores the range of sports that take place using the city's infrastructure - both the natural landscape and the urban environment. The exhibition will uncover the more unusual sporting activities that have taken place in the city and tap into the wide range of alternative sports that take place across Bristol today.

This exhibition will bring together contemporary and historical stories to give a picture of people who use the city for sport. Revealing why the city's unique landscape influence particular sports and visa versa.

Pictures:
The Clifton Race-Course © Bristol Museums Galleries & Archives (displayed at M Shed)
BMX Rider © Liz Milner
Powerboats © George Gallop

Free.

Events

M Shed Vintage Weekend

M Shed Vintage Weekend - 24 & 25 March

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Norman Parkinson

Norman Parkinson Gallery Talk with Angela Williams

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