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A Society Soiree: Georgian Style

Join Surveyor of the King's Pictures, and curator of the exhibition, Anna Reynolds on 20th September for an exclusive view of Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians!

A Society Soiree: Georgian Style

About A Society Soiree: Georgian Style

Enjoy an evening of entertainment, Georgian style. Join Surveyor of the King's Pictures, and curator of the exhibition, Anna Reynolds for an exclusive view of Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians.

The evening will begin with an introduction to the exhibition, after which you will have the opportunity to explore the Gallery and the night's festivities. Try your hand at decorating the must-have statement piece, a fan or a snuff box, and watch dancing performed by Les Danse Antiques with live musical accompaniment.

Your ticket includes a glass of wine on arrival. Where will the night take you? Pick up your dance card and find out.

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Taking inspiration from Drawing the Italian Renaissance, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a fun family yoga session full of movement, music, songs and stories.

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Join exhibition curator Lauren Porter at The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse as she discusses works from Drawing the Italian Renaissance!

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Enjoy seeing the beautifully decorated State Apartments of the Palace of Holyroodhouse, as you make your way to the Great Gallery to hear a wonderful concert of Christmas music.

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