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The Origin of the Faeces: Poo from the Zoo - Art Exhibition at FUSEBOX, Kingston

Mon, 09 Oct

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Kingston upon Thames

Come explore a world where dung is not just waste – It’s art! Marvel at artist and ex-zookeeper, Tracey Lee’s unique collection of more than 100 preserved and odourless poos from animals around the world in a special family-friendly exhibition that blends art, natural history and faecal fun!

The Origin of the Faeces: Poo from the Zoo - Art Exhibition at FUSEBOX, Kingston
The Origin of the Faeces: Poo from the Zoo - Art Exhibition at FUSEBOX, Kingston

Time & Location

09 Oct 2023, 11:00 – 28 Oct 2023, 18:00

Kingston upon Thames, 2, Buckland’s Wharf, Thames Side, Kingston upon Thames KT1 1TF, UK

About the event

STEP INTO THE ART OF POO

Come explore a world where dung is not just waste – It’s art!

From gorillas to snails, tortoises to tiny caterpillars – and several species on the brink of extinction. 

SEE THE UK's LARGEST COLLECTION OF PRESERVED ANIMAL POO!

The Origin of the Faeces: Poo from the Zoo showcases the diversity, beauty and brilliance of dung. This FREE family-friendly exhibition open to everyone turns this unusual subject into a unique, fascinating and educational experience.

Marvel at artist and ex-zookeeper, Tracey Lee’s unique collection of more than 100 preserved and odourless poos from different animals

around the world in a special family-friendly exhibition that blends art, natural history and faecal fun!

GET THE INSIDE SCOOP - DISCOVER TRACEY LEE'S UNIQUE STORY

The exhibition is curated by Tracey Lee, a former senior zookeeper with over 30 years of experience at London Zoo. 

She shares her personal journey of collecting and preserving over 100 specimens of poo from different animals, including the last dung ball from Geetha, London Zoo’s final resident elephant.

This is the first major exhibition to premiere at FUSEBOX in Kingston upon Thames, which is SW London’s newest multi-arts venue.

Discover Tracey’s incredible story from art student to senior zookeeper and learn how her unique collection came to be.

Where: FUSEBOX, Kingston riverside (beneath John Lewis)

When: Monday 9  Oct – Sat 28 Oct 2023 | Mon-Sat 11am - 6pm  (Last admission 5:30pm)

Cost: FREE Entry - No tickets required, just turn up!

For more details about FUSEBOX and the exhibition visit Creative Youth's What's On page

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