December at Macclesfield Museums

The Old Sunday School, Heritage Centre, Roe Street, Macclesfield SK11 6UT
Exhibition on until 7 January 2017
Open Monday to Saturday, 10am-4pm

Cheshire is brimming with beautiful buildings jam-packed full of fascinating displays and exhibitions telling the stories of the borough over the centuries.

This wonderful photographic exhibition showcases the museums, historic houses, gardens and galleries which make up the Museums of Cheshire.

From waterways to priories, mills to chapels, there are lots of tales to be told about Cheshire’s rich history and heritage. What will you discover?

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Event: A Tudor Christmas with Piva at King Edward Street Chapel

King Edward Street Chapel, Macclesfield SK10 1AA
Saturday 3 December, 7.30pm

Following on from the success of last year’s fantastic festive event, Piva will be visiting once again to bring some Christmas cheer. Listen as they play beautiful Tudor Christmas music in stunning surroundings.
In association with Macclesfield Museums.

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The Silk Museum, Park Lane, Macclesfield SK11 6TJ
10 December 2016 – 21 January 2017
Monday to Saturday, 10am-3pm

Now in its 4th year, the Macclesfield Open Art Exhibition is a well-established part of the Macclesfield Art Scene; an opportunity for artists, whether established or up-and-coming, from the local area to exhibit their work in a prestigious gallery setting.

Last year, artists from Cheshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire and even further afield submitted around 300 pieces for consideration; over 180 of the best were selected for display. There are no themes for entrants to follow, ensuring a vibrant and varied range of subject matter and technique. The quality of works has improved year on year, so 2016’s exhibition is sure to be outstanding.

There are five prizes available to entrants: the Macc Open Award of £300 and two Highly Commended Awards (£100 each), which are selected by the judging panel. The Mail Boxes Etc. Award (£100) is chosen and donated by the company. Visitors to the exhibition are invited to vote for their favourite piece on display and the winner receives the Visitors’ Choice Award of £100.

Exhibiting artists may offer their work for sale, so visitors have the chance to buy an original to display in their own personal gallery.

Although charges apply to visit The Silk Museum (£4.50/£4, children free), admission to view the 4th Macclesfield Open Exhibition only is free.

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The Old Sunday School, Heritage Centre, Roe Street, Macclesfield SK11 6UT
Saturday 17 December, 10am-2pm, drop-in

Join us for a day of old-fashioned festive fun for all the family at The Old Sunday School.
Meet Father Christmas, hear some Yuletide tales and make some Christmassy crafts to get you in the spirit of the season!

£3 per person for drop-in crafts.
£4 per child to meet Father Christmas.
Admission and other activities are free!

It’s also a fantastic opportunity to get some last-minute Christmas gifts that you won’t find elsewhere – The Old Sunday School Shop is full of wonderful things, from handmade ceramics to replica vintage toys, fascinating local history books to unique clothing and accessories. Pick up something that’s one-of-a-kind from the local craftspeople at Makers’ Place, enjoy a spot of lunch in The Tea Kitchen and even buy an original piece of artwork on display in there.

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