13th Aug 2024
Discover the history of quilting, its Quaker connections and how a national charity is continuing the tradition of co-operative sewing.
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10th Sep 2024
How did Victorian women deal with their periods? Find out the answer and more as we delve into the fascinating and eye-opening story of women's health in the Victorian Era.
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28th Oct 2024
Uncover the chilling truths and historical horrors hidden behind the seemingly sweet verses of nursery rhymes.
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29th Oct 2024
From tiled tombstones to bone china caskets, this talk explores the significant role that ceramics have played in our mourning rituals and memorials for over two centuries.
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30th Oct 2024
Are you a believer or a sceptic? Join us for a talk that unravels the Victorians' fascination with ghosts, the supernatural and contacting the other side.
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31st Oct 2024
Discover how stories of witchcraft and folklore shaped communities and provided answers for life’s mysteries and tragedies.
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