An Insight to Local Exhibitions
Here in Uist, we have a strong arts community; Uist Arts Association hold summer and winter exhibitions, we have our local art school at Taigh Chearsabhagh as well as local craft producers. Check out the current exhibitions across the islands.
William Gillies: Modernism and Nation
- Galleries 1 and 2, Taigh Chearsabhagh, Lochmaddy, North Uist
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There is undoubtedly a special place in twentieth-century Modernism for William Gillies, and this exhibition seeks to inspire you to discover more of his extraordinary story. Gillies is renowned for his landscape and still life paintings, but his portraiture also offers a fascinating insight into his life and his art. He is one of the best-known Scottish artists of the last century.
People and Place
- Café, Taigh Chearsabhagh, Lochmaddy, North Uist
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Margaret Keltie’s ‘People and Place’ is free to view in the Cafe Gallery at Taigh Chearsabhagh from 29th April to 3rd June, Monday-Saturday, 10am-3pm. The inspiration for the exhibition ‘People and Place’ of Uist came about as Margaret felt that people at work in Uist were under-represented in the painting medium.
Rock Skerry Stack
- Café at Ceann na h-Airigh, Scotvein, Grimsay
Monday 28th April – Friday 23rd May 2025
‘Rock Skerry Stack’: Paintings and drawings by Uist artist Cally Yeatman exploring coast and rocks. For sales/further information please email info@grimsay.org or ring 07842 963428
Where the Sea meets the Road: The John Macdonald Calmac Collection
- Museum, Taigh Chearsabhagh, Lochmaddy
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Where the Sea meets the Road presents islanders’ stories, often emotional narratives of homecomings and departures, the fun and excitement of playing at Lochmaddy pier as children, visitors’ memories of sailing to the islands, and the thoughts of business people and passengers for whom the ferries remain central to everyday life today. You can read fascinating accounts from former skippers and crew, with tales of rough seas and challenging journeys, as well as opinions of critics commenting on the age and reliability of the current fleet.
The exhibition is open to visit in the Museum, 10am-4pm, Monday to Saturday and suitable for all ages and interests. Entrance tickets are available from the reception desk in the shop, £3 for adults, £1.50 concession, and free for children under age 10. Booking ahead is not required.
Àrainneachd Alainn
- Old Lochmaddy School
Environment Exhibition at Old Lochmaddy School
An interactive exhibition dedicated to the ongoing story of these environmentally dynamic islands on ‘the edge’ and their distinctive natural heritage.
Opening Hours
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays
1-4pm
UHI Open Studios Exhibition 2025
- Studio 1, 2 & 3, Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum & Arts Centre
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UHI North, West and Hebrides are delighted to hold the annual Open Studios Exhibition, a showcase of student work from the NC Art & Design and BA (Hons) Fine Art. Please join at the opening night on Friday 9th May, 6-8pm, to celebrate their achievements. All are welcome, refreshments are provided.
People and Place
- Café, Taigh Chearsabhagh, Lochmaddy, North Uist
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Margaret Keltie’s ‘People and Place’ is free to view in the Cafe Gallery at Taigh Chearsabhagh from 29th April to 3rd June, Monday-Saturday, 10am-3pm. The inspiration for the exhibition ‘People and Place’ of Uist came about as Margaret felt that people at work in Uist were under-represented in the painting medium.
Rock Skerry Stack
- Café at Ceann na h-Airigh, Scotvein, Grimsay
Monday 28th April – Friday 23rd May 2025
‘Rock Skerry Stack’: Paintings and drawings by Uist artist Cally Yeatman exploring coast and rocks. For sales/further information please email info@grimsay.org or ring 07842 963428
Where the Sea meets the Road: The John Macdonald Calmac Collection
- Museum, Taigh Chearsabhagh, Lochmaddy
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Where the Sea meets the Road presents islanders’ stories, often emotional narratives of homecomings and departures, the fun and excitement of playing at Lochmaddy pier as children, visitors’ memories of sailing to the islands, and the thoughts of business people and passengers for whom the ferries remain central to everyday life today. You can read fascinating accounts from former skippers and crew, with tales of rough seas and challenging journeys, as well as opinions of critics commenting on the age and reliability of the current fleet.
The exhibition is open to visit in the Museum, 10am-4pm, Monday to Saturday and suitable for all ages and interests. Entrance tickets are available from the reception desk in the shop, £3 for adults, £1.50 concession, and free for children under age 10. Booking ahead is not required.
Àrainneachd Alainn
- Old Lochmaddy School
Environment Exhibition at Old Lochmaddy School
An interactive exhibition dedicated to the ongoing story of these environmentally dynamic islands on ‘the edge’ and their distinctive natural heritage.
Opening Hours
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays
1-4pm