Cut It, Fold It

Build it with Paper

Pavillon Italien, Pellerin, France 1880s (click image for larger version)

9 October 2010 – 9 January 2011

An exhibition of architectural paper models drawn from the Museum's Robert Freidus collection. Collecting and making paper models has been a popular pastime since the later part of the eighteenth century, with companies such as Pellerin, Schreiber, Micro Models and Milton Bradley in Europe and America producing some of the most collectible versions.

The exhibition Cut It, Fold It is divided into three areas. The first concentrates on architects, architecture and paper models produced specifically for adults. The second is a display of a model town, exploring how in addition to famous landmarks, schools, shops, stations and windmills were also very popular to collect and make. The third theme looks at paper models produced for children, and how they have adapted over time to make them easier to play with, using themes of entertainment and education.