Haworth, a town in West Yorkshire, England, is one of Airbnb's recommended destinations for a cultural break in 2025. The iconic Salts Mill, a historic textile mill turned art gallery and visitor centre, is a major draw. Located near the village of Haworth, which was made famous by the Brontë sisters, visitors can explore the town's rich literary heritage. Nearby towns such as Saltaire, Clitheroe, and Penistone are also recommended for their unique cultural offerings.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/article-14797897/UK-underrated-seaside-town-revealed-saltburn.htmlKate Middleton's recent visit to the V&A East Storehouse in Stratford, East London, showcased her approach to engaging with the public and promoting cultural heritage. The Princess of Wales demonstrated her interest in art and photography, highlighting her desire to learn about exceptional creativity and craftsmanship. Her curiosity was praised by museum officials, who appreciated her enthusiasm for exploring new things, a quality that has won hearts among the public ahead of her reunion with the royal family at Trooping the Colours.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1320094-kate-middleton-proves-monarchy-is-in-safe-hands-with-key-stepThe exhibition "Magical Creatures" features illuminated manuscripts and miniatures, with curator Shahbaz exploring the intricate details of historical art, challenging traditional notions of authorship and perspective.
https://www.juxtapoz.com/news/painting/hiba-schahbaz-s-magical-creatures/The Victoria and Albert Museum in London has opened its new V&A East Storehouse, a 16,000 square metre building that houses over 250,000 objects, 350,000 books, and 1,000 archives. Unlike other storage facilities, the storehouse allows visitors to view and even touch some of its contents, providing a unique experience for those interested in art and history.
https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3313826/touch-roman-pottery-and-elton-johns-tunic-london-museum-site-thats-ikea-store?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionCyndi Lauper, 71, is launching the final leg of her "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour" in July, describing it as a celebration that combines music and art, inspired by the living art movement between 1910 and 1930 in Paris.
https://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/Music/2025/06/11/cyndi-lauper-girls-farewell-tour-colbert/1451749644314/Kate, a fashion fan and patron of the V&A, visited the museum to learn about its behind-the-scenes process of displaying and curating. She examined a 19th century riding habit and a 1970s 'photogram' dress, noting their unique features. Kate identified a black and gold coat dress as being by British designer Alexander McQueen, recognizing the distinctive shape. The princess also joined staff in photographing a rare 1943 ballet shoe worn by Alice Markova, which featured her handwriting on the inside sole. During her visit, she marveled at the largest Picasso artwork in the world in the public area, where it was crowded with unaware visitors.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14801291/real-reason-Kate-Middleton-broke-dress-code.htmlBILLINGS is hosting a quarterly auction featuring over 300 lots of modern design, furniture, art, and decorative objects, including pieces by renowned artist KAWS. The sale will take place from June 21-26 with preview days on the 27th. The platform, founded in 2015, aims to address Los Angeles' lack of curated channels for quality design.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/from-light-and-space-to-pop-and-craft-billings-unveils-its-summer-art--design-lineup-302478983.htmlThe exhibition features works by 13 Romanian artists, including Alexandra Baranyi and Mircea Modreanu, showcasing a range of mediums such as sculpture, painting, and textile art. The pieces explore themes like identity, memory, urban nostalgia, and the passage of time, highlighting the experiences of contemporary Romania.
https://www.romania-insider.com/radisson-blu-bucharest-exhibition-art-safari-2025The Smithsonian Institution's museums in Washington DC have been impacted by Trump's executive orders. The National Gallery of Art received a donation of exceptional photographs from Stephen G. Stein, including works by Gustave Le Gray and Sally Mann. In another move, the museum acquired Leonardo da Vinci's drawing "Grotesque Head of an Old Woman" (1489-90), which was last displayed in 2017. The National Gallery of Art is also participating in a US bicentennial initiative with loans to ten museums across the country, while UBS Art Collection has gifted 166 photographs to the museum, including works by Dorothea Lange and Alfred Stieglitz.
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