Amps Behind the Scenes: Discovery Point

Creative Dundee's Amps network includes freelancers, students and people who support creativity in the city – including folks who work at some of Dundee's cultural and creative organisations and institutions. Join us for a behind the scenes tour of the Local History Centre at Central Library!

Amps will be guided by the good folks at Discovery Point as we explore RRS Discovery – designed and built in Dundee in 1900 and currently being restored by the team. We’ll hear about the ship’s history, restoration and stories before time to connect and chat afterwards – grab a hot drink and meet other local artists, designers, makers and doers in the network.

Tickets are free and limited. Booking is required, but if you're unable to join us on the day, we'd be grateful if you could return your ticket so that someone else can attend.

Notes about access: the first half of this event is centred around boarding RRS Discovery – this includes steep step-access and varying light levels. The second half takes place inside Discovery Point. Anyone unable to or unsure about boarding the ship is most welcome to join us for either all or part of the event, which includes time to chat over refreshments. Assistance dogs are welcome. Information about access at Discovery Point is available via their website, Euan’s Guide and AccessAble. If you have any questions about access, please get in touch.

This event is for Amps only – become an Amp and come along!

Event hashtag: #AmpsDundee

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Creative Dundee believes that culture and creativity are essential catalysts for positive change – that’s why we amplify, connect, collaborate and cultivate the city’s creativity. We exist to support the city’s strong creative ecology, supporting emerging and established talent to base, grow and sustain their practice in and around Dundee.

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Image description: a photo of RRS Discovery – a tall, Antarctic research ship built in Dundee and launched in 1901 – on a bright sunny day, overlaid with a translucent coral box covering the left third of the image. Text within this box reads 'Amps Behind the Scenes: Discovery Point & RRS Discovery' with the Amps logo below.