Events Programme at York Explore
Join us for an engaging week celebrating York Disability Week 2024 at York Explore with the return of the acclaimed exhibition, Shush, Snip, Rip, running from November 29 to December 4.
In addition to the exhibition, a diverse range of free events and workshops will encourage participation, creativity, and discussion around Disabilities and Disability Arts.
You can find out what else is going on across York for York Disability Week 2024 by picking up a programme from one of our Explore libraries, a YDW24 participating orgnasiation or online here.
#YorkDisabilityWeek24, #YDW2024, #LetsCreate, #ExploreTogether
Shush, Snip, Rip:
A Disability Arts Showcase inspired by Explore York Archives
Friday 29 November – Thursday 4 December
York Explore
The hugely successful exhibition Shush, Snip, Rip returns to York Explore, showcasing a collaboration between Disabled artists and two local organisations, York People First and Blueberry Academy.
The exhibition explores York’s archive collections through the lens of Disability Arts while addressing current issues faced by Disabled people and their families, creating a powerful connection between past and present.
Free event. No need to book. Just turn up.
The Archives behind Shush, Snip, Rip
Friday 29th November 10:30am – 1:00pm
Archives Reading Room
Join us to explore the archive material that inspired the Shush, Snip, Rip Disability Arts and Archives exhibition.
A member of the archives team will guide you through the historical records used for research and inspiration, offering deeper insights into the stories behind the exhibition and their relevance today.
Free event. No need to book. Just turn up.
Snip, Rip, Create: Artists workshop
Saturday 30th November 1.00pm – 4.00pm
Marriott Room
Join the artists behind the Shush, Snip, Rip exhibition for a hands-on printmaking, doodling, and storytelling session, creating artwork inspired by the archives and stories behind the exhibition.
The resulting artwork will be featured as part of the Shush, Snip, Rip exhibition during York Disability Week 2024.
Open to all ages.
Free event. No need to book. Just turn up.
The Archives of York People First
Monday 2nd December 10.30am – 12.00pm
Marriott Room
Over the past year, York People First has been working with the Explore York archives team to create an archive of their work collected over the past 20 years. This will be deposited in the York archives collections. Come and explore the artefacts collected by York People First and learn more about this groundbreaking archives project.
Free event. To book a place contact Stephen Lee Hodgkins on 07951 050153
Or email: [email protected]
More Easy Read Please
Tuesday 3rd December 10.30am – 12.00pm
Marriott Room
What is easy to read information? Why is it important? How do you make it? Who is it for? Come along to this practical session with York People First to find out more about why easy read information matters, how and when to make it and the difference it can make.
Free event. To book a place contact Stephen Lee Hodgkins on 07951 050153
Or email: [email protected]
Tired of Spinning Plates?
Wednesday 4th December 10.30am - 12.30pm
Marriott Room
An event for family carers of people with learning disabilities and autistic people; health and social care professionals and educators; policymakers; and members of the public
This event will showcase the recent, innovative ‘Tired of Spinning Plates’ research about the lives of family carers of people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
As one of the researchers, Professor Katherine Runswick-Cole, University of Sheffield, will explain, the project initially planned a survey of family carers. But carers said they were fed up of surveys and suggested an online exhibition instead! Coproduction in action!
There will be an opportunity (for those who wish) to share your own ‘spinning plates’ stories and your positive stories of independent living with direct payments.
The event will be set within the historical context of the Shush, Snip, Rip exhibition at York Explore running throughout York Disability Week 2024 and beyond.
Free event. To book place email [email protected] or phone 01904 702060.
See the Spinning Plates online exhibition
Disrupting the Norm: The Power of Disability Arts
Thursday 5th December 6.00pm – 7.30pm
Marriott Room
Join us for an inspiring event with Pyramid Arts, a Leeds-based arts organisation that invests in people with learning disabilities through the discovery and disruption of the arts, helping them develop their talents as world-class artists.
The event will share insights into Disability Arts and highlight their collaboration with Explore York. It is presented in partnership with York Creatives, a community-led network uniting York’s creative industries.
Free ticketed event.
Book your free ticket in advance here.
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/exploreyorklibrariesandarchives/1443625
Accessibility
- Step free access
- Wheelchair accessible toilets
- Accessible parking for 2 vehicles and check for more spaces at www.york.gov.uk/accessible-parking.
- See also https://www.accessable.co.uk/city-of-york-council/access-guides/york-explore-library
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Explore York is a National Portfolio Organisation (NPOs) designated by Arts Council England. The funding recognises Explore’s cultural contribution in creating and promoting artistic experiences, supporting artists, and engaging communities.
Explore York’s NPO programme for 2023 – 26 aims to deliver creative and cultural activities inspired by the nationally significant Explore York Archives collections.
