Join Edward Bulmer, architectural historian, interior designer and founder of Edward Bulmer Natural Paint, to discuss his book, The Colourful Past, exploring the vibrant history of British country houses. The Colourful Past is a celebration of the country house and a snapshot of the craftsmanship and artistry still brought into play to decorate, restore,...
Susana Parker, archaeologist and heritage expert, recently discovered a Roman sarcophagus in the gardens around the Holburne Museum, as part of a Heritage Lottery-funded project. Susana and Wendy Powney, technology consultant, will talk about the forgotten histories of Sydney Gardens and how they are working to protect the special treasures of the Grade II-listed pleasure...
West country artist Sarah Biffin excelled as a professional painter by challenging the norms of Georgian society, which restricted autonomy and financial independence for disabled women. In conversation with art historians Emma Rutherford and Ellie Smith, the artist Alison Lapper will share her experience as a disabled woman artist 150 years later. Lapper was...