ST ANDREW’S 150
Painting by Anthony Nelson Blackman | Bawley Bay & St Andrew's Church
ST ANDREW’S 150
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the former St Andrew’s Mission Church at Bawley Bay in Gravesend, LV21 in partnership with Gravesham Borough Council is hosting a series of artist led creative events and workshops at the St Andrew’s Arts Centre, aboard the historic lightship LV21 and on the surrounding quayside.
FREE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Suitable for all ages. All workshop materials provided. Limited places allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Thu 12.30-4pm & Sat 2-5pm
St Andrew’s Arts Centre
Exhibition featuring artworks inspired by the people, places and stories of the St Andrew’s Waterfront including:
Linda Simon
Textile flags referencing the semiotic language of International Code of Signals used by seafarers on the Thames.
Rosie James
Stitched, collaged drawings on old sails, inspired by vintage photographs of local Bawley Bay shrimpers.
Shrimpers & Mudlarks | Nicola Flower & Daisy Farris
Costumes created by artist Nicola Flower for a collaborative performance with dancer, choreographer Daisy Farris, including a cape encrusted with shrimp embroideries which were made by local volunteer makers and community groups.
These artworks were originally created for the SILTings arts festival in June 2021. Further details about the project available at LV21.co.uk/projects/siltings/
Tue 12-4pm, Thu 12.30-4pm, Fri 2-6.30pm,
Sat 2-5pm & Sun 10.30am-12.30pm
Aboard LV21 | ‘Places, Spaces, Traces – Shipping Forecast’
Exhibition featuring a collection of new artworks by Kent based textile artist and writer Cas Holmes
Thu 12-2pm
Aboard LV21 | ‘How to make an opera’
A creative workshop with Opera Activist Tania Holland Williams to explore the elements of opera. This workshop is suitable for anyone with an interest in creative writing, music or design. No prior music or opera knowledge or experience is required. Limited places – to book your place please email info@LV21.co.uk
Thu 12.30-4.30pm & Sat 1-5pm
St Andrew’s Arts Centre | ‘Sail Art’
Drop-in sail decorating workshop with the Filaments Art Collective to create a commemorative 150th St Andrew’s Anniversary Sail
Fri 2-6.30pm
Aboard LV21 | ‘Sail Art’
Drop-in sail decorating workshop with the Filaments Art Collective to create a commemorative 150th St Andrew’s Anniversary Sail
Fri 6-7.30pm & Sat 4-6pm
Outdoors at Bawley Bay | ‘Tidal Traces’
(Weather dependent )
Site-specific video projection created by artist Karen Crosby featuring historic archive and family photographs of local people who lived and worked on the River Thames in Gravesend
Please note:
As a historic ship access aboard LV21 is limited with main entry via a gangway and a steep staircase. Please wear flat, non-slip shoes when visiting. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Covid-19 Safety Information | The wellbeing of our visitors, crew and artists is of the greatest importance to us. We have a robust health and safety policy and will continue to ensure that our procedures reflect official guidance from the government and health authorities.
