http://www.history.org.uk/ Latest news from the General Section of www.history.org.uk en Copyright 2009, All Rights Reserved http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:38:46 GMT Museum of London reveals life at Roman London's Ampitheatre Museum of London Archaeology , supported by the City of London , today (2 December) publishes a comprehensive study of London 's Roman amphitheatre, discovered under Guildhall during excavations between 1985 and 1999. The uncovering of one of Roman London's most significant buildings marked one of the most exciting archaeological finds in the City, and the remains (which are currently displayed in Guildhall Art Gallery ) have become a... Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_202.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_202.html University of Leicester Saturday 9 May 2009 We assume an understanding of history is vital, but is it? Come and join the debate at the HA Annual Conference! Arguing the case are: Sir Keith Ajegbo (Citizenship Advisor), Claire Fox (Institute of Ideas) Alison Kitson (Institute of Education) and Professor John Tosh (Roehampton University) Chair: Dr Seán Lang (HA Hon. Secretary) Full programme includes: Registration from 9am Presidential Lecture (10 - 10.45) Professor Anne Curry President... Tue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_192.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_192.html The Dining Group meets for dinner, a talk and discussion at: The Jolly St Ermins Hotel, 2 Caxton Street, London SW1H 0QW. All dinners are at 7pm for 7.15 pm. The evenings are spent in pleasant surroundings and in the stimulating company of like-minded persons. Events: 4 February 2009 Dr Conrad Leyser will talk on "Naughty Popes in the Early Middle Ages" 18 March 2009 Alwyn Turner will talk on "Britain in the 1970's - a Revolutionary Decade?" 6 May 2009 Stewart Ross:... Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_188.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_188.html This initiative has been celebrating the achievements of young historians in schools for over twenty years. It is largely funded by the Historical Association and the Spirit of Normandy Trust. It has an annual award scheme and also funds some special events, such as the annual Young Historian Day at Tutbury Castle in Staffordshire. The Young Historian Project seeks to encourage young people to be historians and to encourage their teachers in this great endeavour. The Award categories in 2009... Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_190.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_190.html Tide~ global learning ... a network of teachers and educators coming together to respond to the educational challenges of global dimensions, development perspectives and human rights principles. Tide~ offers a range of creative CPD opportunities for teachers, including introductory courses, curriculum projects, study visits. Tide~ publishes resources generated by teacher groups. Tide talk~ is a journal on-line to share ideas and experiences. Our main base is the Tide~ Centre,... Mon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_191.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_191.html *Freely available in almost all UK public libraries, with direct home access for library members*14 December 2008 is the 90th anniversary of the election of the first woman to the British House of Commons, and the first election in which women (over 30 years) were able to stand as candidates and to vote. The Oxford Dictionary of National Biography will mark the anniversary with a special feature remembering pioneering political women of the time. The feature is available, for free, from 1... Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_178.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_178.html Organizations, groups and individuals are invited to apply to the Kent Archaeological Society for grants from a fund that helps to pay for research, publishing, exhibitions and other projects aimed at encouraging interest in Kent's local history. The society administers the Allen Grove Local History Fund, from which up to £1,400 is distributed every year in amounts that usually range from £200 to £400. Larger sums are available for ‘exceptional projects'. Allen Grove... Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_183.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_183.html Nunkie Theatre Company presents  "Oh, Whistle."  Two Ghost Stories by M R James  Performed by R M Lloyd Parry  Members of the Historical Association a special rate of 20% off full price tickets when groups of 10 or more book in one transaction, or the preferential individual ticket price of £10.  To claim the offer, members simply need to contact the box office on the contact details below, and quote 'Historical Association' Box office: 020 8932... Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_169.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_169.html 10.30am - 7.30pm, Monday, 8 December 2008 The British Academy, 10 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1 A British Academy workshop convened by Professor Edward Timms, OBE, FBA, Research Professor at the Centre for German-Jewish Studies, University of Sussex and Professor Christian Wiese, Professor of Jewish History at the University of Sussex, Director of the Centre for German-Jewish Studies and co-director of the Centre for Modern European Cultural History For political historians, the... Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_166.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_166.html Mayor Alderman Drew Thompson launched an exciting new project, Valuing Heritage by Valuing Memories, in the Harbour Museum, in Derry. The project will bring great benefit for Derry's Heritage & Museum Service and for the wider Council area. This programme will be instrumental in creating stronger links and partnerships with local communities and groups and will lead to the establishment of a reminiscence network and archive of oral and written memories for our local Museum Service.... Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_179.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_179.html This lecture is the first in a series of talks taking place as part of the New Buildings and District Archaeological & Historical Society's Calendar of events 2008/2009. Venue: Newbuildings Community Centre, Newbuildings, Londonderry. Time: 7.30 pm on the 3rd Wed of each month except December. Contact:  Hon Sec,  R J Brennan Email: rjbrennan@btinternet.com November 19th: The Derry Megaliths. Barry Hartwell. Summary: Megalithic tombs of the Neolithic. Neolithic tombs are... Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_125.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_125.html Museum of London one-off special event! On Friday November 28th, come and have a look at a range of badges relating to the events and issues of London's history in the last 50 years. The badges on show will range from the political, cultural, radical and the comical. What aspects of London's history motivated its inhabitants to wear a badge to advertise and promote their feelings, passions and principles? Have a look at our badges and be inspired to make your own one to show how you feel about... Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_156.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_156.html A fantastic new online resource for people tracing their family's WWI naval roots is being launched by The National Archives. From today (Tuesday, November 4), family historians will be able to search and download the service records of 40,000 members of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve (RNVR). Previously these documents were only accessible to those visiting The National Archives in Kew. The digitised documents provide a range of information on each individual, including name, division, date... Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_158.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_158.html A History of Food by Maguelonne Toussaint-Samat "Quirky, encyclopaedic, and hugely entertaining. A delight." Sunday Telegraph New and Expanded Edition Published 15 October 2008, ISBN: 978-1-4051-8119-8 / 776 pages "Indispensable, and an endlessly fascinating book. The view is staggering. Not a book to digest at one or several sittings. Savour it instead, one small slice at a time, accompanied by a very fine wine." New York Times A History of Food is a classic work which... Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_116.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_116.html The Midlands Region Women's History Network are calling for papers for their conference on April 25th 2009 (9.30 am - 1.30 pm) at the University of Worcester.   The conference offers a forum for the presentation of papers or `research in progress`relating to the broad theme of Women and War. A conference title will emerge at a later date and reflect the nature of those papers. Papers are invited for this event and abstracts of 300 words should be sent to: Sue Johnson, IHCA,... Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_152.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_152.html The Dining Group meets for dinner, a talk and discussion at: the Jolly St Ermins Hotel, 2 Caxton Street, London SW1H 0QW.   Dinner is at 7pm for 7.15 pm. The evenings are spent in pleasant surroundings and in the stimulating company of like-minded persons. Forthcoming Dining Group dinners: 10 December 2008 Professor Christopher Duggan: "19th Century Italy." Dates for the early part of 2009 4 February 2009 Dr Conrad Leyser will talk on "Naughty Popes in the Early... Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_87.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_87.html There is a plethora of free and ticketed Christmas themed events for adults, kids and all the family at Museum of London and Museum of London Docklands this December. Highlights include the 'City in the Blitz' walk (29th Dec, £7,50) and the Festive Christmas Fair featuring a bar and live Klezmer music (4th Dec, 5 - 8.45pm). There are also creative craft events for adults and children, story telling and even events for babies and toddlers! The Museums have something for everyone... Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_150.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_150.html Exciting activities and new places to visit this season!  Guardi Paintings on Display at Kenwood House Regular visitors of Kenwood will know that the impressive house holds an even more impressive art collection including paintings by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Turner and Gainsborough. The collection now also includes two stunning, large-scale paintings by Italian artist, Guardi, depicting views of the famous Rialto Bridge. Painted in the early 1760s, both paintings were originally part of the... Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_138.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_138.html Durham Historical Association has pleasure in announcing its Edinburgh Experience for 2009. Highlights include a guided National Trust tour of 18th Century Georgian House, a tour of St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh Castle, Linlithgow Palace's magnificent ruins including restored courtyard, visits to the Scottish Parliament and Royal Yacht Brittania, as well as Scottish musical evenings and a lecture by Professor Tom Devine. Accommodation will be in Pollock Hall of Residence, Holyrood Park Road,... Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_122.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_122.html The Archive Awareness Campaign has launched its fifth annual campaign to celebrate community archives and the roles individuals have played in shaping local history. The campaign will show how different groups and individuals have worked to bring about change and raise awareness of social issues among decision makers and opinion informers. This year's ‘Take Your Place in History' theme focuses on the importance of communities and their role in the making of this country's history.... Sun, 21 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_160.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_160.html An HA study tour is planned to take place from the 9th to the 26th of October, 2009. Highlights will include flying with Singapore Airlines on new A380 Airbus; visits to Singapore, Jakarta, Bandung; on (by train) to Surabaya, Yogarkarta and Malang. Borobudor Temple and village complex, and a cultural tour of Solo will all be included on full board basis in good, ex-colonial type hotels, especially Tangkuban Praha. Ramanaya ballet evenings will also be featured.A price of £2,185... Sun, 21 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_154.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_154.html Set in the historic heartland of Scotland, museums, galleries and heritage sites in the Forth Valley have launched a new way for visitors to unravel the area's rich past. Created by 16 participating attractions, Forth's timeline uses an interactive map and visitor brochure to highlight exhibits and link the collections and buildings together using three themes.  The first theme, ‘Crucible of Industry', links museums examining the industrial revolution. The ‘Power Struggles'... Sun, 21 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_120.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_120.html Exploring the varied and interesting history of this rather overlooked and still mainly rural county visits will be made, among others, to the remains of the Roman Legionary Fortress, the mediaeval Rows and city walls and red sandstone cathedral at Chester. The Salt Museum, Lion Salt Works and Anderton Boat Lift at Northwich, the Quarry Bank Cotton Mill at Styal, the Silk museum at Macclesfield and The Hat Museum and Second World War Air-Raid shelter at Stockport. Of the many country houses... Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_114.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_114.html Cold War Modern Design 1945-70 Cold War Modern is the first exhibition to explore international developments in modern art, design, architecture and film in the context of the Cold War. The exhibition runs from 25 September 2008 - 11 January 2009 at the V&A museum in South Kensington, London. Art and design were not peripheral symptoms of politics during the Cold War: they played a central role in representing and sometimes challenging the dominant political and social ideas of the age.... Fri, 12 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_146.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_146.html The annual conference of the Social History Society will be held from the 3rd to the 5th of April 2009 at the University of Warwick. The conference does not have a single theme, but is organised in five strands:Deviance, Inclusion and ExclusionLife-cycles and Life-stylesGlobal Markets and Social OrdersRepresentation, Memory and the SelfSpaces and Places Full descriptions of the strands, names and contact details of the strand convenors and the electronic submission form can be... Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_108.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_108.html One of the greatest Publishing Projects in English Local History. Founded in 1899 and originally dedicated to Queen Victoria, the VCH is an encyclopaedic record of England's places and people from earliest times to the present day. It is without doubt the one of the greatest publishing projects in English local history, having built an international reputation for scholarly standards. Based at the Institute of Historical Research in the University of London since 1932, the VCH is written by... Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_104.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_104.html KAS presents two series of history lectures! Dr. Jacqueline Bower will present two series of lectures in the Kent Archaeological Society's Library in Maidstone Museum, both beginning on Monday, September 22 and continuing weekly until April. In the mornings Dr Bower's subject will be ‘Life in Elizabethan and Stuart England, 1558-1720,' a period of religious and political difficulties and economic transition.  Topics will include population and plague; agriculture; trade and... Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_79.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_79.html Was Richard II Mad? Terry Jones, 'Python', historian, broadcaster, actor, director and comedian called King Richard II a victim of spin at the annual Historical Association/English Association lecture at the Bishopsgate Institute. Here he sets out to rescue his reputation and lift the lid on the turbulent world of 14th century politics. Click on the link below to listen to the lecture. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_77.html http://www.history.org.uk/resources/general_news_77.html