Talks & Lectures

'L.T.C Rolt - Life, Work Legacy' Conference

10th May 2024

We've partnered with academics from Keele University to host a conference celebrating the life, and explore the continuing legacy, of LTC Rolt.

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The Victorians: Sex and Scandal

4th Jun 2024

Not for the prudish or faint of heart, this talk explores sex, prostitution and the lives of "fallen women" in the Victorian era.

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You Only Dine Twice: How did our ancestors eat their dinner?

9th Jul 2024

Find out how mealtimes and eating ceremonies have changed over centuries.

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Quilting: From Quakers to Care Leavers

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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Blood and Hysteria: Women's Health in the Victorian Era

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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