The Arts Society of Steyning (TASS): The Bayeux Tapestry - lecture

Monday 9th November13:30 - 15:30


Registration from 1.30pm
Afternoon programme starts at 1.50pm

BAYEUX TAPESTRY LECTURE: The speaker will begin by exploring who made the Bayeux Tapestry, where it was created, and why. Not only is the tapestry a story of the most famous battle in English history, it’s also a tale of kings, chivalry and ambition. Looking at many of the scenes in detail, we will consider what might be learned from this depiction of a turning point in history.

Immediately before the lecture on the Bayeux Tapestry, MARTHA STRACHAN, a post graduate student of textile conservation and former student of Steyning Grammar School, will give a short presentation on textile conservation techniques at 1.50pm.

About IMOGEN CORRIGAN, the lecturer:
After 20 years in the British army, Imogen studied Anglo-Saxon & Medieval History and Art, also completing an MPhil from the University of Birmingham. She now works as a freelance lecturer across Britain. She is a Freeman of the City of London as well as an advisor on memorials and monuments for Canterbury's Diocesan Advisory Committee.

Event is free for members.
Visitors welcome for a suggested donation of £10.00

For further information: www.theartssocietysteyning.org.uk

Image credit: Trustees of the Bayeux Tapestry Museum