Touring Exhibitions
We are dedicated to bringing our exhibitions to a national audience.
Seven Stories has been touring exhibitions since its inception in 1996 and has continued a touring programme since opening its Visitor Centre in Newcastle upon Tyne in 2005.
Exhibitions now on tour
Elmer and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee
A large-scale exhibition celebrating beloved author and illustrator, David McKee’s life’s work.
Comprised of original artwork set in an interactive environment, this exhibition brings to life some of his best loved characters including Mr Benn and Elmer. Themes from the Elmer series such as acceptance, individuality and environmental concerns underpin the gallery of artwork.
Elmer and many more of David’s works have become icons of British children’s literature and television over the past few decades. In addition to Elmer, this exhibition includes King Rollo, Not Now Bernard and Two Can Toucan, all of which has genuine inter-generational appeal.
What to expect
The exhibition consists of original artwork, vinyl and foamex displays, life-size trees replicating David’s designs and much more to create an interactive and all-encompassing colourful world of David McKee’s timeless work.
Availability from February – June 2024, and from September 2024 onwards.
Please contact touring@sevenstories.org.uk to enquire.
The Tiger Who Came to Tea
Seven Stories became custodians of Judith Kerr’s life’s work in 2008, constituting one of the most significant collections of artwork by a single illustrator in the Seven Stories collection.
In this exhibition, visitors have the chance to see Judith’s iconic artwork and have tea with a life-sized tiger.
What to expect
This touring exhibition was created as part of the 50th anniversary of The Tiger Who Came to Tea. First published in 1968, the book has been enjoyed by millions of children who have gone on to share it with their own children, and even grandchildren. It continues to sell millions of copies each year across the world.
There are 10 facsimile framed artworks, 3 text panels as well as accompanying props, including a 5-foot recreation of the Tiger himself, as well as a play. There are also dressing-up capes for children, and copies of The Tiger Who Came to Tea for visitors to enjoy.
Please contact touring@sevenstories.org.uk to enquire.
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