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Curator Talk: Objects, Stories and Curation

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On 9 December 2026, Curator Jack Gann will lead a talk at the Thackray Museum of Medicine focusing on the exhibition Where Magic Grows. Participants will join a guided tour and a discussion exploring the objects and ideas that shaped the display. The session concludes with a Q&A opportunity for attendees to engage with the curatorial team.

Get behind the scenes of Where Magic Grows with the people who brought it to life. Join our Curator, Jack Gann, for a deeper dive into our latest exhibition, Where Magic Grows. Learn about the fascinating objects in the exhibition and why they were selected. Hear the stories behind them, explore the ideas and research that shaped the exhibition and find out what sparked our team’s curiosity along the way. What to expect: – A guided tour of Where Magic Grows – A behind-the-scenes talk exploring the objects, design, research and ideas that shaped the exhibition – A Q&A session, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and hear insights directly from the team. – Time to explore the rest of the museum at your own pace From plants and medicine to folklore, art and storytelling, each Curator Talk offers a fresh perspective on the exhibition and the many ways we connect with the natural world. More in the Series: Art and Tales with Jioni Warner: Wednesday 7th October The Power of Community with Ezra Kingston: Wednesday 11th November Where Magic Grows is co-produced with five young curators and created by artist Helen Brook. This exhibition is in collaboration with the RHS, the UK’s gardening charity, helping people and plants to grow.

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Curator Talk: Objects, Stories and Curation takes place on Wednesday, 9 December 2026.

Curator Talk: Objects, Stories and Curation is held at Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds (LS9 7LN).

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