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or link here ... http://nlha.org.uk/events/2014-06/
Some local events which might be of interest ...
The 1st Nottinghamshire Local History and Archaeology Day
Saturday 21 June Free Event at various venues – see individual listings for details.
Drop in or join us for the whole day.
Local history and archaeology societies from throughout the county along with archaeological units, museums and other regional archaeological organisations will display, examine and discuss current archaeological work being undertaken throughout Nottinghamshire. Suitable for everyone including those with a general interest in what is happening in their area, people actively taking part in archaeological work and those wanting to get involved.
11am -12.15pm Short talks on local archaeological projects.
Five local societies present their work. The session will be introduced by David Knight from Trent and Peak Archaeology who will also give a short overview of work in the region.
Djanogly Recital Hall (no.3 entrance next to the Museum). Free but tickets need to be booked through the box office.
12 - 4pm Stalls.
Local history and archaeology societies and regional archaeological units and organisations will display and discuss their work. See the wide and varied work that is being done and find out about opportunities to join in.
Rehearsal Hall (no.3 entrance next to the Museum). Drop in event.
12 - 4pm Portable Antiquities Database and the Historic Environment Record for Nottinghamshire.
Join the Finds LiaisonOfficer for Nottinghamshire and Nottinghamshire County Council to see what has been found in your area and bring objects for identification.
Museum. Drop in event.
12 - 4pm Hands on Sessions with archaeological material from Nottinghamshire
Come and handle and find out more about a wide variety of archaeological material from Nottinghamshire including stone artefacts, pottery, coins, animal bones and environmental material dating from the Palaeolithic to the post medieval period.
Angear Visitor Centre, Djanogly Gallery 2, Learning Studio (no.1 entrance next to the Museum).Drop in event.
This day is organised by The University of Nottingham Museum and supported by the Thoroton Society and the Society for the Promotion of Roman Studies.
Box office 0115 846 7777Box office 0115 846 7777
(The Archaeology Day organised by Mercian in March was excellent. If this is anything similar it will be well worth attending - PB)
From the website of Mercian Archaeology Services ...
"Mercian's Andy Gaunt will be giving guided tours around the archaeology of Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve over the course of this summer.
Join him to learn about the history and archaeology of Sherwood Forest, Forest Law, outlaws, villains, Kings, Keepers of the Forest, Robin Hood, daily life in the time of Robin Hood, and some of the sites around the wider Sherwood Forest...
Come and walk in this landscape of legends, meet some of the majestic veteran Oak trees, and see some of the archaeology on the ground (including ridge and furrow, holloways, and World War II remains) and learn from the experts who run the Sherwood Forest Archaeology Project.
The tour will start near the visitors centre before heading out through Birklands wood to see the wonderful nature of this ancient landscape, we will eventually make our way up towards the ancient Lings at Budby heath. We will then visit the magnificent Major Oak, before returning to where we started… passing archaeology and hearing about the history of the medieval hunting forest and its landscape along the way…"
Tours are on Wednesday evenings at 6:00pm starting 28th May and continuing through June, July, August and September and cost £7.00 per person.
For more information and to book a place, please visit the website:
http://www.mercian-as.co.uk/tours.html
Another one from Mercian ...
As part of the "Sherwood Forest Archaeology Project" Mercian Archaeological Services CIC will be running the Robin Hood's Village Dig in July 2014.
This is part of the Festival of British Archaeology and the dig will run from the 14th - 26th of July with an open day on Saturday the 26th.
The dig is being run in conjunction with the Edwinstowe Historical Society and will investigate the development of the village through test- pitting.
The project is designed to tie in with key regional research objectives and could be of vital importance to understanding the landscape of Sherwood Forest over time.This research forms part of Mercian's long term research in the Forest.
This is a free volunteer dig and has been funded by the Sherwood Forest Archaeology Project:
The Sherwood Forest Archaeology Project has the tag-line the future of Sherwood's Past and aims to be a new community driven way of undertaking and supporting archaeological and historical research in the forest.
The Sherwood Forest Archaeology project is a Community Archaeology project- this means involving volunteers and the community in all aspects (where possible) of archaeological research and investigations.
The project is designed to bring sustainability to archaeological projects and investigations in Sherwood Forest by combining a number of funding streams including private, corporate, public and crowd-funding.
The project aims to undertake long-term research across the whole area of Sherwood Forest and beyond.
The project also seeks to be a free resource, where all research and fieldwork are available to the community at large, to foster a greater understanding of the heritage of Sherwood Forest.
The project aims to promote the notion of a wider Sherwood Forest that stretches across the multitude of sites that link together to make up this unique and exciting landscape.
The Project engages people from all walks of life and ages; including adults with learning difficulties, young people, as well as those currently out of work desiring transferable skills, students needing experience, and volunteers... in this landscape of legends and folklore... all overseen by professional community archaeologists.
If you would like to sign up to volunteer on the Robin Hood's Village Dig please email us to book a place.
Numbers are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.
We really hope to hear from you,
Best wishes,
Andy, Sean and David
Mercian Archaeological Services CIC
Nottinghamshire Local History Association newsletter for April which contains events from May (whoops!) through to October. Including ...
!st Nottinghamshire Local History and Archaeological day (mentioned below)
Welbeck Village Open Weekend
Laxton Heritage Weekend ...
and much, much more!
See pdf for full details.
Saturday 28th June, 11:00am - 12:30pm Nottingham Central Library (Free)
Astronomy for Beginners
Explore the fascinating night sky with Tahir Ahmed. Find your way around the major constellations, planets, stars and galaxies visible in the night sky
Contact: Kam.harte@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
Thursday, 19th June, 10:00 - 11:00am Sherwood Library (Free)
Nottingham’s Social History of Antiques
Join Trak E Smith as he looks at antiques specific to Nottingham and why they were produced. Why not bring along your own Plessey, Boots or Raleigh antiques for Trak to examine.
For info call 0115 915 1155
Saturday 9th August, 10:00am - 3:00pm, Nottingham Central Library (Free)
What Price Glory. Nottingham in the First World War.
Nottingham City Libraries commemorate the First World War. With a day full of activities there will be something for everyone to take part in.
Highlights include:
• A film screening of Nottingham before the war
• A discussion panel with authors, Elizabeth Speller and Judith Allnatt, who have written novels set during the First World War (please note this is a ticketed event)
• An exhibition exploring Nottingham’s Home Front
• A performance of period songs by Bulwell community choir
• Children’s activities based on childhood during the war including children’s games, toys and dressing up!
• Learn how to knit a range of items from the period with Bilborough Library knitting and crochet group
All ages welcome.
For info and details of times of activities, contact Lynda Naylor on 0115 915 2828 or email enquiryline@nottinghamcity.gov.uk.For FREE tickets to Elizabeth Speller and Judith Allnatt event call
0115 915 2825
Wednesday 10th, 17th, 24th September, 9:30am - 12:30pm Nottingham Central Library (£30.00)
Absolute Beginners Family History Course.
Our popular 3 week course returns, introducing you to family history research. We can get you started on using essential sources from parish registers to the census. A £10 deposit is required to secure a place.
Booking essential. Call 0115 915 2873 or email local_studies.library@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
Thursday 11th September, 2:30 - 4:00pm
Friday 12th September, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Nottingham Central Library (Free)
Heritage Open Day Tours
Join this 90 minute tour of Nottingham Central Library and see parts of the building and treasures you didn't know existed! Due to the nature of the building, this tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues.
Booking essential. Call 0115 915 2825 or email enquiryline@nottinghamcity.gov.uk