Bradford Local
Studies Lunch Time Lectures.
Celebrating
the 150th Anniversary of Bradford Libraries 1872 – 1922
A
week of lunchtime lectures during the celebration week 13 June – 17 June
12-1pm
Featuring aspects of Bradford’s history in the collections
at Bradford Local Studies Library and West Yorkshire Archives, Bradford.
All are welcome to join in these free events which will appeal to
everyone with an interest in the history of our great city.
Monday 13th June. Godfrey Wright – a life in early 19th
century Bradford maps
A talk by local
historian Derek Barker
In the first half of the nineteenth century, Godfrey Wright
was Bradford’s biggest landowner.
Join local map expert Derek Barker in using maps from Bradford Local
Studies library to illustrate important areas in Bradford that he owned
including the areas that became St George’s Hall, Little Germany and the
T & A building.
Tuesday 14th June. 'There and back again – Bradford Archives
and Libraries’
A talk by Fiona
Marshall WYAS, Bradford Archivist
This talk will give a unique overview into the background to
the collections and be an invaluable source of information for anyone
involved in uncovering Bradford’s rich history and heritage.
Wednesday 15th June. 'The real repair shop’ A talk by
Shirley Jones, Head of Conservation at WYAS
A fascinating insight into the work of a conservator in
preserving and repairing documents from Bradford’s history.
Thursday 16th June 'The Federer Collection; A unique window
on Victorian Bradford A talk by local historian and author Dr Simon Ross
Valentine.
Come along and hear about Charles Federer and his extensive
collection of books, pamphlets, tracts and other ephemera which provide a
fascinating glimpse into many areas of life in Victorian Bradford.
Venue for all talks is Bradford Local Studies Library,
Margaret McMillan Tower (side entrance) 12 noon to 1pm
To book a place phone 01274 433688 or email Local.studies@bradford.gov.uk
'The Quiet
Compare'. Poetry reading and open-mic PLUS free Creative writing workshop
Poetry
Reading and Open-mIc hosted by Steve O'Connor and Sarah L Dixon
Bradford City Library Saturday 11th
June 6pm
Trevor Alexander, Nabeela Ahmed, David Driver, Sharenà Lee
Satti, Kathleen Strafford, Nick Toczek and a limited number of 2-minute
open mic spaces available.
Book here as audience or open - mic slot here: Open -Mic and reading
or email Library.Events@bradford.gov.uk
FREE EVENT
Poetry Workshop on the theme of 'Light'
2.30pm - 4pm
Bradford City LIbrary
Open to all adults, beginners or the more experienced.
Book here - Workshop
or email Library.Events@bradford.gov.uk
FREE WORKSHOP
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