April Steaming Cancelation

Etruria Industrial Museum was due to re-open on the 7-8 April for its Easter Steaming weekend. Sadly, due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has had to be re-scheduled. The dedicated volunteer group who maintain and operate the museum’s working exhibits will be working hard to get Britain’s last steam-powered potter’s mill up-and-running as soon as possible. The next confirmed steaming date will be at the Jubilee Canals Festival on the 2-3 June. New dates for the rescheduled steaming are still pending, visitors are advised to keep an eye on the website, newsletter or this blog for all the latest updates and developments.

We thank visitors for their patience and understanding at this frustrating time.

2nd Annual Indie Intertube Awards Nominees Announced Honoring Original Series Created for the Web

Reblogged from Mingle Media TV Network:

Tis the season for the entertainment industry to have awards shows and our very own “Indie Intertube” Live Web TV Talk show is included. They have just announced their nominees for their 2nd Annual Indie Intertube Awards honoring independent web series creators.

The nominees are listed below and even include our very own producer, JD’s pilot, Hero Treatment, so we’re even more excited to see who the winners are.

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Blood and Bone China, the vampire horror series set in Stoke-on-Trent is up for no less than seven Indie Intertube Awards! As some of the series was filmed here at Etruria we're extra excited to see if the Blood & Bone China gang could sweep the board! See the attached post for listings of all the categories and nominees

Steaming Dates for 2012 Announced!

You simply have to see the mill in action, "no pressure"

Etruria Industrial Museum is always at its best when in motion! That’s why we’re so pleased to announce our 2012 steaming dates.

The mill is planned to be in action on the first weekend of  June, August, October and December. Some of these steaming weekends will correspond with special events such as the annual Canal Festival.

Check out our website or the Friends of Etruria website for full listings.

All that’s left to say? See you at a steaming soon!

Stroke Art Cafe – Auction Update

Following last months auction at Etruria Industrial Museum there is still artwork available to buy. Please follow this link to see remaining pieces and to make an offer.

A taste of the artwork on offer can be found in our original blog posting.

Have you or somebody you care for had a stroke? The the Art support group is for you! Anyone affected by stroke or wanting to volunteer is welcome, contact Maddy McAtominey on 01782 723873

Book a group tour and have the museum all to yourselves…No, really!

The doors may be locked, the weather may be cold, but there’s never been a better time to book your group visit to Etruria!

Explore the mill on a private tour!

Every year the museum closes to casual visitors between the the first weekend of December and the beginning of April. This creates a unique opportunity for pre-booked groups such as clubs and schools to have the museum all to them themselves!

Our popular ‘tour & tea’ package starts from just £35 for upto 10 people with an extra £3.50 for each additional individual. This package includes a personal introduction and tour of Jesse Shirley’s Bone & Flint Mill as well as a complimentary tea or coffee. With no members of the public to compete with, you can be sure of a distraction-free, peaceful visit.

For more details or to get in touch see our website.

We’d love to hear what you think about the museum. Have you visited recently or even had a guided tour? Send us your reviews and we may feature them in this blog.

Are you ‘Going Digital’?

Coming soon, more digital photography workshops at the museum! Join us on the 5th and 19th February 2012.

Gain in-depth and expert tuition

At these special one day photography workshops find out how to make the most of your digital SLR or compact camera. This is a top quality, professional workshop managed and part of a nationally recognised program. For information visit ‘going digital’.

10am – 4pm, prices from £75. Booking essential. places limited call: 07958 007004.

Have you taken a great picture in Stoke-on-Trent recently?

We’d love to see any images you’ve taken of the local area. Please post links below and share your pictures with the rest of us!

Stroke Art Cafe – Art Auction

Love Art? Want to help a worthy cause? Want to pick up bargains from local artists?
Look no further!

7th December at Etruria Industrial Museum Tea Room, 1pm-5pm, admission to auction is FREE

Join the Stroke Art Cafe for this charity auction at Etruria Industrial Museum. Grab bargains from artists such as Emma Baugh, Cynthia Freese and many more. Examples of lots to be sold on the day include -

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‘Whether you come to buy, socialise or admire the art work you’ll find a great atmosphere and will supporting a worthy cause. The Stroke Art Cafe are a support group in Stoke-on-Trent for those affected by stroke. As a non-profit group they rely on fundraising and donations to help keep the group stocked with art supplies and equipment. 100% from the auction will go to the group.

A catalogue of work will be available, for a preview please contact Emma Baugh at isisdarkgem@gmail.com. For information you can also see the Stroke Art Cafe’s facebook page.

Have you or somebody you care for had a stroke? The the Art support group is for you! Anyone affected by stroke or wanting to volunteer is welcome, contact Maddy McAtominey on 01782 723873.