J Vitmayer

Loving culture, wildlife, landscape. The people, the stuff, the views. Trustee, mentor, ex-director Horniman. Opinions & mishaps my own.

[Visit London @visitlondon]

On this day in 1675, the foundation stone of London’s most iconic cathedral was laid ⛪✨

On 21 June, master mason Thomas Strong placed the first stone of what would become St Paul's Cathedral, under the direction of legendary architect Sir Christopher Wren.

Built after the Great Fire of London, Wren's masterpiece was designed in the shape of a Latin cross and crowned with the magnificent dome that still dominates London's skyline today. More than 350 years later, it remains one of the capital's most recognisable landmarks and a symbol of London's resilience, history and architectural brilliance🇬🇧

#LondonMakesItPossible #VisitLondon #StPaulsCathedral #LondonHistory #OnThisDay

[blooloop @Blooloop]

New York's @metmuseum to merge with @NeueGalerieNY https://t.co/3vQ5nJ4gsl

[Bernard Donoghue @bernarddonoghue]

Largest-ever Henry Moore exhibition opens at Kew https://t.co/G7UmSuKwg9

[Londonist @Londonist]

Museums, castles, palaces and gardens to explore, without leaving the capital
https://t.co/JovV5W6jE7

[Paintings of London @PaintingsLondon]

Wednesday sees the anniversary of the death of Sir Christopher Wren.

This week's theme therefore is all about his greatest creation, St Paul's Cathedral.
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'Ludgate, Evening' (1887) by John O'Connor

[J Vitmayer @JVitmayer]

@bernarddonoghue @DulwichGallery Hooray! We do our best to lift spirits 😊

[Bernard Donoghue @bernarddonoghue]

Loved my return visit today to @DulwichGallery and to the wonderful Anna Ancher exhibition ‘Painting Light’. Fascinating subject matter - the people and landscapes of Skagen - but it’s the astonishing use and depiction of light that’s magical.

[Bernard Donoghue @bernarddonoghue]

Huge credit to the English Civic Museums Network inc @derbymuseums @BM_AG @LeedsMuseums @BarnsleyMuseums for spearheading the crucial advocacy for today’s @DCMS announcement of £1.2bn into museums, galleries and libraries. A safety net to address years of underfunding.

[Visit London @visitlondon]

Did you know St Paul’s Cathedral is home to the famous Divination stairwell from the Harry Potter movies? 📽️

As well as being the backdrop to many much-loved films, St Paul's Cathedral is one of London’s most famous cathedrals, where you can discover a spectacular array of art, panoramic views of the London skyline and an even more fascinating history. A masterpiece from Britain’s most famous architect, Sir Christopher Wren, the cathedral is undoubtedly one of London’s most majestic buildings. That’s why you need to add it to your London must-visit list.

📍St Paul’s Cathedral
#LondonMakesItPossible #VisitLondon #StPaulsCathedral #HarryPotter

[FryArtGallery @FryArtGallery]

We are looking to appoint a new Chair of Trustees to build on the successes of our first 40 years - could this be you? The most important requirements for the role are the skills to Chair and a passion for our cause. Applications close on 19 December. Further information about the role and appointment process can be found via this link https://t.co/S5lLGx8A4t
Image: John Aldridge RA, Table With Objects

[National Gallery @NationalGallery]

Who will design the new tomorrow for the National Gallery?

In September, we announced the largest transformation of the Gallery since its foundation 200 years ago, Project Domani.

As part of this exciting development, the Gallery launched an international architectural competition for a brand-new wing to house its expanded collection. Today, six shortlisted architects have been announced.

Find out who has been shortlisted here: https://t.co/hSBfHNq9H0

[Celia Richardson @CeliaRichards0n]

Outcome from National Trust AGM: the recommendations of the elected members’ Council were overwhelmingly supported. Thanks to all who voted. The private company Restore Trust campaigned with the slogan ‘Take Back Our National Trust’.
But the National Trust belongs to everyone.

[Tim @TimLeBerre]

D’après les premiers éléments du @MinistereCC, ont été volés au @MuseeLouvre :
- Diadème de la parure de la reine Marie-Amélie et de la Reine Hortense ;
- Collier de la parure de saphirs de la reine Marie-Amélie et de la Reine Hortense
- Boucle d'oreille, d'une paire de la parure de saphirs de la reine Marie-Amélie et de la Reine
Hortense ;
- Collier en émeraudes de la parure de Marie-Louise ;
- Paire de boucles d'oreilles en émeraudes de la parure de Marie-Louise
- Broche dite broche reliquaire ;
- Diadème de l'Impératrice Eugénie ;
- Grand nœud de corsage de l'impératrice Eugénie (broche).

[Ella Ravilious @Ravilious2]

I couldn't be happier that we reached this outcome :)

[J Vitmayer @JVitmayer]

@bernarddonoghue That’s just horrible , thoughtless & upsetting.

[Andrew Lovett OBE (Museum Account) @bclmdirector]

A wonderful museum and the most worthy winner in many years. 👏👏👏

[Country Life @Countrylifemag]

For every new stone mason seven retire: St Paul's plan to save heritage crafts — and itself in the process https://t.co/d5zXioellP

[Alison Fisk @AlisonFisk]

A 2,000 year old ‘face-off’ between a mean-eyed mongoose and a rearing cobra!

My money’s on the mongoose!

Detail from a Roman mosaic from the House of the Faun in Pompeii. Now on display at the National Archaeological Museum, Naples. 📷 by me

#MosaicMonday
#Archaeology

[Historic England @HistoricEngland]

Pioneering women, such as inventor Sarah Guppy and engineer Hertha Ayrton, led the way in making engineering a viable career choice for all women. 🛠️

Find out more this International Women in Engineering Day. ⬇️

#INWED25
https://t.co/egmbdV0bve