St Andrews Museum

28/12/2022

Got any leftover chocolate pennies?
This gold medal was awarded to Nairn's to recognise the quality of the linoleum at the Frankfurt Exposition in 1881. We think it looks good enough to eat!

23/12/2022

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21/12/2022

Why sleigh when you can Tay? The Tayside Floorcloth Company produced floorcoverings in Newburgh for almost 100 years. Linoleum from Newburgh graced floors from kitchens in Auchtermuchty to the grand mosque in Addis Ababa - all delivered in vans like this, with not a reindeer in sight!

Did you work with linoleum in Newburgh or Falkland? As part of the project we're trying to find out more about the Fife linoleum industry beyond the Lang Toun, so we'd love to hear from you. E-mail our curator Lily at [email protected] to share your story

14/12/2022

Bought too much wrapping paper?
This photograph shows workers stacking wrapped rolls of linoleum at the Tayside Floorcloth Factory, Newburgh.

07/12/2022

Do you send cards to your friends and family during the festive season?
This postcard dates from c.1890 - 1910, and shows the Tayside Floorcloth Factory in Newburgh. We think a bright blue sky like this would help to brighten up even the most wintery letterbox.

24/10/2022

It’s back to school today after the autumn break. We thought we’d share this great photo with you again: this distinguished looking group are the teachers from St Leonards School back in the day, with the first headmistress, Louisa Lumsden taking centre stage.

23/10/2022

This is the FINAL DAY of the Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries. We are so sad it's coming to an end. Thank you to all you lovely visitors who came to see the exhibition, stopped for fascinating conversations about the work and gave us such wonderful feedback. We hope to see you at Kirkcaldy Galleries again soon.

If you haven't been to the Jack Vettriano exhibition yet, don't miss out. Come and see it today!

More info: http://ow.ly/B5UX50LgqJB

22/10/2022

You only have today and tomorrow to catch Jack Vettriano: The Early Years at Kirkcaldy Galleries. This really is a fascinating collection of work that gives a unique insight into Vettriano's life as an artist.

If you haven't seen it yet, don't miss out. Visit us today!

More info: http://ow.ly/B5UX50LgqJB

21/10/2022

The Jack Vettriano: The Early Years exhibition finishes on Sunday. Treat yourself to a close-up view of these modern masterpieces at Kirkcaldy Galleries before they go back to their lenders and other collections!

More info: http://ow.ly/B5UX50LgqJB

20/10/2022

It's a perfect day for being indoors. Come along to Kirkcaldy Galleries, have a cup of tea and catch the Jack Vettriano exhibition while you can - it finishes on Sunday!

More info: http://ow.ly/20e750LgqJI

19/10/2022

The Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries finishes on Sunday.

This exhibition brings together 57 private loans, two works from the Fife Collection (including a self-portrait) and early works by Vettriano, signed under his birth name, Jack Hoggan.

This is a collection of work that you won't be able to see in one place again. Don't miss out, catch the exhibition this week!

More Info: http://ow.ly/tZCc50LffQW

16/10/2022

Oh dear, it's all starting to feel a bit real. This time next week will be the final day of the Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries. If you haven't seen it yet, be sure to visit this week. You don't want to miss this extraordinary collection of Vettriano paintings.

There's no need to book. You can get tickets at the gallery.

More information: https://www.onfife.com/event/jack-vettriano-the-early-years-2022-oc04/

15/10/2022

We can't believe it's coming to an end 😢. Kirkcaldy Galleries' Jack Vettriano exhibition closes on 23 October - that leaves only 8 days to see it!

There's no need to book, just come along and get your ticket at the door this week - you don't want to miss out!

More Information: https://www.onfife.com/event/jack-vettriano-the-early-years-2022-oc04/

14/10/2022

Time is running out to see the Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries. Come along this weekend - you won't be disappointed!

There's no need to book. You can get tickets at the door.

More information: https://www.onfife.com/event/jack-vettriano-the-early-years-2022-oc04/

12/10/2022

Timeline photos

⭐ BOARD LEVEL VACANCIES ⭐

We're looking to recruit a Trustee for our main board and a Director to join the board of our trading subsidiary!

For more info & to apply 👉 https://bit.ly/3Vlkggs

11/10/2022

🎨 BSL at JACK VETTRIANO 🎨 A BSL Interpreter will be on site to support your visit to the Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries this Thursday (13 October) at 3.30pm.

Find out more on our website or phone or email us if you have any questions.

🌐 http://ow.ly/w1Rs50JRL5u
☎️ 01592 583206
✉️ [email protected]

10/10/2022

Today is World Mental Health Day, raising awareness of mental health issues on a global scale. Being kind to ourselves is so important, and what better way than to get outside in the fresh air? Here’s a lovely image of the Lade Braes taken in around 1900 to inspire you. 😊🍃🏞⛅️

07/10/2022

If you haven't been to see Jack Vettriano: The Early Years at Kirkcaldy Galleries yet, come along this weekend!

With paintings from private collectors, Fife's own collection and some from Vettriano's formative years as an artist (that have never been exhibited before), this really is a unique exhibition and it closes on 23 October.

There's no need to book, just come along and get your tickets at the door - you don't want to miss it!

Top tip: the catalogue is packed with high quality reproductions of work that spans the full spectrum of Vettriano's career - pick one up from the gift shop, you'll treasure it for years to come.

More info: http://ow.ly/Crjc50L4NPs

Jack Vettriano

06/10/2022

Less than three weeks until the Jack Vettriano: The Early Years exhibition closes. Why not drop in and pick up a keepsake from Kirkcaldy Galleries?🎨

30/09/2022

The Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries finishes in just 3 WEEKS - don't miss out!

If you haven't seen it yet, come along to Kirkcaldy Galleries before 23 October. There's no need to book, you can get your tickets at the door.

If you would like to pre-book or find out more, visit our website: http://ow.ly/CQoi50KYsaL

28/09/2022

💥Exclusive Limited Edition Jack Vettriano prints are now available online. We're down to the last few remaining proofs of these three beauties - don't miss the chance to enjoy one in your own home!

Order today: https://pay.yoello.com/v/vettriano

NB: UK Mainland Delivery only

23/09/2022

🎨 ⭐ It's only ONE MONTH today until the Jack Vettriano: The Early Years exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries closes.

Don't miss out on seeing this unique collection of Jack Vettriano's work up close and in person. There's no need to book - you can come along and get your tickets at the door.

More Info: http://ow.ly/Rpgt50KR7As

16/09/2022

People who have been to the Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries have been really enjoying their visit. They've said it's the warm welcome, the delicious treats in the café and the thrill of getting to see the famous artworks that we all know and love alongside Jack's earlier works (that they're often seeing for the first time) that has helped to make it such a great experience.

If you haven't seen it yet, why don't you visit us at Kirkcaldy Galleries this weekend? You don't have to book. You can get your ticket from reception with you arrive.

More info: https://www.onfife.com/event/jack-vettriano-the-early-years-2022-oc04/

15/09/2022

🎨 BSL at JACK VETTRIANO 🎨 A BSL Interpreter will be on site to support your visit to the Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries this Saturday (17 Sept) at 11.45am. They will also be there on Thursday 13 Oct at 3.30pm.

Find out more on our website or phone or email us if you have any questions.

🌐 http://ow.ly/w1Rs50JRL5u
☎️ 01592 583206
✉️ [email protected]

14/09/2022

St Andrews Museum will be closed to the public from Tuesday 20 September 2022, reopening Spring 2023, to allow for essential maintenance works. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

Many thanks to all our visitors for supporting St Andrews Museum, we look forward to reopening with our fantastic new cafe, shop and exhibitions as well as a very warm welcome.

13/09/2022

Don't miss out on Explore. We have an array of interesting objects. Here is a hint of what we have on display.

The first object is an example of Pre-Columbian (before Columbus landed in the Americas) domestic pottery, which often featured figures or animals. It has a distinctive shiny black finish.

Our second object today is the detail from an o***m pipe. As you can see it is decorated with a stunning rich enamel design to convey the high status of the owner.

13/09/2022

Monday 19th September has been confirmed as a bank holiday for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
All OnFife venues will be closed as a mark of respect.
As a result of this, all events and activities within OnFife libraries, museums and theatres have been cancelled and our doors will re-open as normal on Tuesday 20 September.
If you had booked to visit Kirkcaldy Galleries for the Jack Vettriano exhibition on Monday – we will shortly be in touch to re-arrange a new date and time.
Any other non-ticketed activities in venues will be cancelled.
If you have any queries, please email [email protected] or contact the individual venues. Thank you.

13/09/2022

Have you been along to see the Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries yet?

We've brought together 57 private loans, two works from the Fife Collection (including a self-portrait) and early works by Vettriano, signed under his birth name, Jack Hoggan. The exhibition tells the story of the artist's full career as he developed into the world renowned painter that he is today.

Jack Vettriano: The Early Years in only on until 23 October - that will come around quickly. Don't miss out!

Tickets and Information: http://ow.ly/Vcnh50KH65o

12/09/2022

🎨 BSL at JACK VETTRIANO 🎨 There will be a BSL Interpreter available on site to support your visit to the Jack Vettriano exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries on Saturday (17 Sept) at 11.45am. They will also be available on Thursday 13 Oct at 3.30pm

Find out more on our website or phone or email us if you have any questions.

🌐 http://ow.ly/w1Rs50JRL5u
☎️ 01592 583206
✉️ [email protected]

11/09/2022

We'll be sad to see our exhibition Explore go but there is still some time left to see the amazing objects we have on display.

Today we are highlighting one of our well loved oil paintings. The Cold North by John Macallan Swan 1847-1910.

This ship's compass is one of the more practical objects we have on display but it is no less beautiful. This would have been mounted on a binnacle (wooden column) on the ship’s deck to aid the helmsman in navigation.

09/09/2022

OnFife are deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family and the many people around the world who will be feeling the loss of this very special person.

07/09/2022

Here are just a few more objects that you won't want to miss at St Andrews Museum's Explore.

This jade dish is beautifully detailed. Jade has been prized in China for thousands of years with the finest being reserved for the Emperor and his court.

This striking Fritware vase was created by adding ground glass to clay. A technique that originated in Iraq in the 9th century eventually spreading through the middle east.

05/09/2022

There are only two weeks left to visit our fabulous, family-friendly exhibition, Explore!, full of amazing artefacts from around the world, as well as loads of great activities. As a little taster, here's one of the things you can see - a beautiful, intricately carved visiting card case from China. Check out our website for more details www.onfife.com/museums

04/09/2022

Today we want to highlight some more of the wonderful objects we have on display in our exhibition Explore. There still some time left so make sure you come along to check them out.

Burmese Girls is just one of the of the stunning paintings that we have on display. It's an oil painting by Scottish artist Edward Atkinson Hornel created in 1908.

This intricately beaded butterfly sits on a leather belt with silver buckle. It is just one of the various creatures and Chinese symbols that adorn the belt.

02/09/2022

It's going to be perfect weather for a being indoors at Kirkcaldy Galleries this weekend! ☔🎨

Come along to Jack Vettriano: The Early Years. This is the artist's first retrospective since his show at Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Art Gallery in 2013 and the first to focus on his formative years and early career. Alongside pieces that have commanded five and six figure sums are a dozen oil paintings he produced in his 20s and early 30s and signed with his birth name, Jack Hoggan.

The show also includes one of two paintings that Jack entered for the Royal Scottish Academy’s annual show in 1988 – both of which sold on the first day, a turning point that inspired him to go full-time. You'll also get to see his rejection letter from Edinburgh School of Art.

You can get tickets on the door or pre-book online: visit OnFife.com and search 'Jack Vettriano'

Jack Vettriano

02/09/2022

You won't want to miss out on our exhibition Explore. Here's a sneak peek at just some of the beautiful objects on display.

The first image is of a figure painted on a highly decorative porcelain vase. This originates from the the Satsuma Province, some of the early works date back to 1860.

The second object is one of a pair of Indian Pattens covered in intricate designs. These would have been worn in Europe and Asia from the Middle Ages to protect their basic shoes from the dirty streets.

01/09/2022

CANCELLED EVENTS: 'Jack Vettriano in conversation with Ian Rankin' and today's catalogue signing at Kirkcaldy Galleries.

Sadly, we’ve been advised by Jack Vettriano’s team that due to unforeseen circumstances the much-anticipated 'Jack Vettriano in conversation with Ian Rankin' event this evening (Thursday 1 September) has had to be cancelled.

Unfortunately, this also means the catalogue-signing session that Jack was planning for this afternoon in Kirkcaldy Galleries is also cancelled.

We’ll obviously be refunding tickets for this evening's event. We will be in touch with you shortly but please bear with us as we work through all ticket-holders.

If you have any questions, please give us a call on 01592 611101.

31/08/2022

There is still time to come and check out our exhibition Explore. Here are just some of the amazing objects we have on display.

One of the highlights of the exhibition of is this red glass s***f bottle. Ornate bottles such as this example were used as status symbols. Originally crafted for the Chinese Emperor and his court.

Another beautiful object on display is this pair of Indian earrings. These intricate earrings show the incredible skill required to make such intricate designs in metal.

30/08/2022

We are looking for people to work in our Libraries and Museums in Kirkcaldy, Glenrothes and the surrounding areas.

We have a variety of permanent contracts available. You'd get to work with a friendly and passionate team and it's a great opportunity to make a real difference supporting our communities!

Come along to our Recruitment Day at ⭐Kirkcaldy Galleries on Wednesday 7 September between 4pm and 7pm⭐. Bring your CV, meet the team and find out if being a Cultural Services and Library Assistant is the job you've been looking for.

There will be another Recruitment Open Day at Duloch Library (23 Sept) and we'd love to see you there.

There's more information on our website: http://ow.ly/T3Nq50Kva75

30/08/2022

Leven Unexpected Garden family food and film event

What an excellent event from The Leven Programme! Watch the movie Ratatouille in an outdoor cinema space at The Orchard in Leven and taste what you see on the screen. Chef Christopher Trotter will be making the iconic dish from produce in the garden. Lorne MacDougall will be playing disney/pixar arrangements on pipes.

Friday 9 September, The Orchard, Leven, 4pm – 8pm. This is a free event but spaces are limited. Book today:

Come along to the Leven Unexpected Garden to watch the popular film Ratatouille in our outdoor cinema space.