# Event Details - **Event Name**: Labor Vincit – The Work and Influence of Scott Sutherland RSA - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: A talk by Matthew Jarron for RSA 200 hosted by the Abertay Historical SocietyAbout this EventThe Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge is one of the most iconic pieces of public sculpture in Scotland, and a frequent stopping point for tourists travelling to the West Highlands. Yet its creator, Scott Sutherland, remains little known despite his considerable achievements as an artist and his arguably greater influence as a teacher. As Head of Sculpture at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art in Dundee for 28 years, he had a lasting impact on the many notable sculptors who studied under him, several of whom have gone on to have international careers in public sculpture – including David Annand, Stan Bonnar, Alan Beattie Herriot, Doug Cocker and Frances Pelly.This talk accompanies the exhibtion Dundee and the RSA in the Lamb Gallery, curated by the University of Dundee Museums as part of the Royal Scottish Academy's 200th anniversary celebrations. It is also being held to support the Abertay Historical Society's fundraising campaign to restore Dundee's mercat cross unicorn statue created by Sutherland - see Save Dundee’s Mercat Cross Unicorn - a Creative & Arts crowdfunding project in Dundee by Abertay Historical SocietyMatthew Jarron is Curator of the University of Dundee Museums and Secretary of the Abertay Historical Society. A renowned expert on Dundee's art history, he is co-ordinator of the Public Art Dundee project and one of the judges for the UK-wide Marsh Award for Public Sculpture.The talk will take place in lecture theatre 5018 in the Matthew Building (level 5) at DJCAD. The easiest way to get there is to enter the building via the top entrance on Hawkhill Place - from there the lecture theatre is just to your left. If entering via the main front entrance on Perth Road, take the lift or stairs to level 5 then head to the far end of the main concourse.Admission is free and refreshments will be served from 6pm. Donations are requested from non-members. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dundee/labor-vincit-the-work-and-influence-of-scott-sutherland-rsa/100001995472093749 - **Event Categories**: art, theatre, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Dundee - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design - **lat**: 56.4568969 - **long**: -2.9829147 - **full address**: Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design, 13 Perth Road, Dundee, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Labor Vincit – The Work and Influence of Scott Sutherland RSA - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b21473fe4eefceb1fb811121ab1f458bfc2efc8c6e4b549f5239fd46d98836b1-rimg-w1200-h800-dca8c8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1785445302 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Labor Vincit - The Work and Influence of Scott Sutherland RSA being held? - **A:** Labor Vincit - The Work and Influence of Scott Sutherland RSA takes place on Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design, 13 Perth Road, Dundee, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Labor Vincit - The Work and Influence of Scott Sutherland RSA? - **A:** Labor Vincit - The Work and Influence of Scott Sutherland RSA is organized by Abertay Historical Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Labor Vincit - The Work and Influence of Scott Sutherland RSA is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dundee, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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