The Poly
24 Church St, Falmouth : 01326 319461
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society
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Art of War: Artists of the Second World War (1939 – 1945)
In this extended lecture we discover some of the art of the Second World War (1939 – 1945) created by British artists.
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My Helford Sketchbook with Sophie Velzian
Artist Sophie Velzian shares her plein air sketchbook journey, painting the landscape around the Helford River.
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The Art Of Sir William Nicholson (1872 – 1949)
From monochromatic prints, through enigmatic portraits of famous personalities to sumptuous still lifes, Sir William Nicholson’s art captured the Edwardian era.
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The Annual Paul Smales Lecture: Where are Cornwall's Mines Now?
What happened to Cornwall’s lost mines? We join Ben Sumpter for exploration of the secret Cornish underworld.
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Swords of Cornwall: Legends, Myths & Reality
A captivating journey through the blades that forged Cornwall’s identity.
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Where Kea Plums Grow
Local historian Nigel Baker will talk about the origin of the Coombe orchards and the associated ‘industries’ such as oyster dredging, river fishing, barges, coppicing oak woods, flower growing and tea.
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Falmouth Grows West, In Maps and Pictures
Showing old maps and photographs of Falmouth on the big screen, based on last year’s popular Exhibition.
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The Art and Life of Gluck (1895 – 1978)
In this lecture Art historian Catherine Wallace, discusses the complex personality and various art works of Hannah Gluckstein known as Gluck 1895–1978
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Kernow To Kalahari - A Journey to The Old Way
Stories, survival, and the old ways: the living culture of the Ju/‘hoansi San people of Namibia.
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The Drawings Of Wilhelmina Barns- Graham
This lecture uses the drawings of Wilhelmina Barns- Graham to explore the themes and techniques of her artistic journey through life.
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The Untold Story of Doctor Dick
Join Will Hazell (Falmouth Uncovered) to discover the forgotten story of Richard ‘Doctor Dick’ Pascoe, a quack doctor who inspired love and hatred across Victorian Cornwall.
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Francis Hewlett RWA (1930 – 2012)
Follow the path of one of Falmouth’s well-known painters , Francis Hewlett RWA, whose figurative work defied the modernist era.
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Kendal Mountain Adventure Tour 2026 LIVE
Kendal Mountain Events returns for another season of adventure and human connection with guest speaker.
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Frankenstein (15)
Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein. ...
Find out moreCFF: Peter Hujar's Day (CS)
A snapshot of New York’s art scene through the life and conversations of the celebrated photographer. Part of Cornwall...
Find out moreDiscover Mixed Media
During this playful and experimental workshop, you will explore a range of water-based materials including; acrylic,...
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