Archive for June 2016

Rock Samples for the Geological Map – Cafe Sci- 6 July

To celebrate the positioning of the final rock samples next to the Geological Mosaic, Cafe Scientifique is holding a discussion on July 6th – “Representing the rocks of William Smith’s Map: Learning the hard way!” Last year, to celebrate the …

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Geological map – Final samples in place

The installation of the William Smith Geological Map mosaic was completed last week with the positioning of the final rock samples in front of the surrounding flower borders. The last samples were two of the clays, representing Smith’s Red Marl …

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Staffordshire Hoard Treasures at Royal Armouries

Warrior Treasures: Saxon Gold from the Staffordshire Hoard, Royal Armouries, Leeds, 27 May-2 October. The Royal Armouries will play host to a group of specially selected sword fittings and decorations from the Staffordshire Hoard on their first ever UK tour. …

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Friargate Community Archaeology Open Day – 11 July

Our members and everyone interested in community archaeology are warmly welcome. Contact the Meeting House on 01904 624065 for information. Friargate Community Archaeology Project was formed in 2012 in advance of building work at the Quaker Meeting House in central …

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Yorkshire Museum Curators’ Talks Summer 2016

Yorkshire Museum Curator’s Talks Tuesdays, 12.30pm – 1pm Want to find out more about the collections at York Museums Trust? Our knowledgeable curators regularly give FREE talks that provide further insight into the fantastic objects we have on display. There …

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