Islamic world

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Achievements of Islamic civilisations
(Key Stages 2-4)

10.30 and 12.00 on the following dates:
10, 11 February 2009
5, 6 May 2009

From science and calligraphy to architecture and art, this gallery-based session explores some of the achievements of Muslim people since the coming of Islam in the 7th century AD.

Maximum group: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Free, booking required

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Islam: art and belief
(Key Stage 2)

10.30 and 12.00 on the following dates:
17, 19 March 2009
19, 20 May 2009

Discover what part religious belief has played in Islamic design. By focusing closely on objects in the John Addis Islamic Gallery, the class will explore the creative influences on artists in the context of Islamic life and history.

Maximum group: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Free, booking required
Curriculum links: History, Art & Design, RE

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