22nd May 2023
Art lecture and tour of the Charterhouse gardens and architecture
A morning Art Lecture given by Arts Society Lecturer, Alexandra Epps, followed in the afternoon by a tour of the Charterhouse Gardens & Architecture led by two of our expert guides and a Brother of the Charterhouse. The event will include a light lunch in the garden specially prepared by the Charterhouse kitchen.
Programme
11.00 Welcome with refreshments
11.30 COVENTRY CATHEDRAL
Art Lecture with Alexandra Epps
The extraordinary story of the rebuilding of the Cathedral as a symbol of peace and reconciliation and its inspiring commitment to the modern. Experience the work of many of the leading contemporary British artists associated with its treasures including Epstein, Frink, Piper and Sutherland.
13.00 Light buffet lunch in the garden weather permitting
14.00 THE CHARTERHOUSE GARDENS & ARCHITECTURE
On this joint tour, led by two of our specialist guides, discover a secret garden oasis at the heart of our historic buildings – enchanting gardens creatively designed to provide colour andinterest throughout the seasons. Also explore 650 years of architecture from the Black Death to the present day, and how the variety of building styles continue to serve the needs of the community in the 21st century.
15.30 Ends.
Alexandra Epps is an Accredited Lecturer for The Arts Society and Guide and Lecturer for Tate Modern, Tate Britain and the Guildhall Art Gallery. artcity.co.uk