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Art Appreciation: William Blake and Samuel Palmer
William Blake (1757 – 1827) is simply the greatest poet/pictorial artist Britain has ever seen! His themes are universal and his demand that society recognise the folly and inhumanity that prevailed unfortunately is still relevant. Moulded by the radicalisation of the English Civil War, his words and images are a call to arms to stand up for the vision that Britan could be if the shackles of convention were broken.
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Dates:Sat 08/03/2025 -
Sat 08/03/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:The Minster (Grimsby)
St James Square
Grimsby
DN31 1EPTutor:Tim StimsonCourse code:Q00017918How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £15.00
History: The People of Berkhamsted Castle 1066 - 1547
This is a course about people and their relationship to the Motte and Bailey castle in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. Some of them have names, and their stories are well documented; others are anonymous and left no mark on the written record on the fortress that was Berkhamsted Castle, but their legacy lives on the physical remains of the castle. It is the story of five centuries of powerful men and women: Kings, Queens, and members of the Blood Royal. There is rivalry, controversy, tragedy, brutal murder, destruction, invasion and tender affection. The constant is Berkhamsted Castle, the stone motte and bailey structure dating from a time after the Norman Conquest that has been the witness to these events that shaped our national past
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Dates:Mon 17/03/2025 -
Mon 17/03/2025Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Friends Meeting House (Berkhamsted)
289 High Street
Berkhamsted
HP4 1AJTutor:Michael LongCourse code:Q00017702How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £8.40
History: 350th Anniversary of the Royal Observatory
This Saturday Lecture traces the creation and development of the Royal Observatory at Greenwich through its long and eventful existence. We consider why the Observatory came into existence, what contributions it has made both in terms of scientific knowledge and in the history of our island nation and why it continues to hold a fascination for people. We will explore the advances in navigation, cartography and timekeeping made under the Observatory’s direction and consider some of the great personalities associated with it, John Flamsteed and John Harrison among them. Finally, we will consider the Observatory as it appears in Cultural History and reflect on its current incarnation.
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Dates:Sat 05/04/2025 -
Sat 05/04/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St John's United Reform Church Orpington
Lynwood Grove
Orpington
BR6 0BGTutor:Laurie JohnstonCourse code:Q00017696How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £10.00
History: Women, Queenship and Power in Medieval England
In this talk, we will explore attitudes towards women in the Middle Ages, especially to women as rulers. In the Middle Ages, just one woman – the Empress Matilda, daughter of King Henry I – inherited a claim to the English throne. Yet, on her father’s death, her cousin, Stephen, seized control of England, so that Matilda was never crowned as queen. For many medieval people, the idea of a woman ruling in her own right was foreign to contemporary minds. We will look at why this was and why queens consort, such as Matilda of Boulogne, King Stephen’s wife, and Eleanor of Aquitaine, King Henry II’s wife, represented more acceptable (if still occasionally controversial) figures of female political power.
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Dates:Sat 05/04/2025 -
Sat 05/04/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:The Minster (Grimsby)
St James Square
Grimsby
DN31 1EPTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017922How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £15.00
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Art Appreciation: Hilma af Klint: Swedish painter, spiritualist and pioneer of abstract art
The emergence of abstract art in the early 20th century was a revolution. When looking into its very beginnings the names of Kandinsky, Malevich, and Mondrian come to mind. But in the 1980s, the world discovered the abstract paintings made by a Swedish artist, as early as 1907. Should her many abstract paintings encourage us to rewrite the history of abstract art, or can her work and experiments be seen as marginal because of her intense spiritualism? Why did her works come to our attention so late? This is a thought-provoking case, and a great story!
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Dates:Mon 07/04/2025 -
Mon 07/04/2025Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00019199How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £11.10
Art Appreciation: The Unique Architecture of Antoni Gaudí
Gaudí’s works in Catalonia are world-famous. Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia and the Park Güell come to mind as two favourite spots. In this session, you will learn about the life of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí (1862-1926) and discover his main creations. We will study the well-known works, but also lesser-known ones, such as Casa Vincens and “El Capricho”. This will be a session filled with bright colours and exuberant shapes, as well as with interesting history as we connect Gaudí’s unique style to its cultural context.
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Dates:Wed 09/04/2025 -
Wed 09/04/2025Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00019196How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £11.10
History: History of Ideas: The Big Questions Part 2
One of the most fascinating aspects of the history of ideas is learning how ideas have a life of their own, influencing society and culture through successive generations in different ways. In this 6-week course we’ll focus on a different important and influential question each week. We cover philosophy, literature, science and history. We’ll read and discuss selected extracts which will be circulated beforehand. The course covers a sweep of over 2000 years, from the ancient Greeks to modern times.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 27/05/2025Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Enfield Baptist Church (Enfield) (Enfiel
Cecil Road
Enfield
EN2 6TGTutor:Brandon RobshawCourse code:Q00017976How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £72.00
History: Journey along The Silk Road – a 6-week history of Exploration, Trade, Culture and Exchange
This course is re-run of the Spring term course: Embark on a fascinating journey through time and space as we unravel the mysteries and marvels of the Silk Road. This 6-week course offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the most significant trade routes in history, tracing its origins, evolution, and enduring legacy. From the bustling marketplaces of ancient cities to the cross-cultural exchanges that shaped empires, we will delve into the rich tapestry of cultures, economies, and ideas that flourished along this ancient network of trade routes. This course will offer a rich interdisciplinary exploration of the Silk Road, drawing on historical texts, archaeological evidence, visual media, and discussion to deepen understanding of its pivotal influence in world history.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 27/05/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00018509How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:4 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £48.00
History: When Peace broke out-the austerity years 1945-1951
From the viewpoint of 80 years after the end of the second world war this six -week course will allow learners to revisit the immediate post war world. We will examine the transformation of Britain from May 1945 through to 1951. The course will cover the pivotal 1945 general election, the extensive social changes, (including the establishment of the NHS and the welfare state) and the economic challenges faced by the country during the austerity years. Through a combination of secondary and primary source analysis, and discussions, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how the immediate post-war period shaped modern Britain.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 27/05/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00019815How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
History: Famous Russian Women Shaping World History & Culture
This course will aim to explore the lives of some extraordinary Russian women and their contributions to World History and Culture through various mediums. The women mentioned is this course not only contributed heavily to Russian history and culture but also the world.
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Dates:Wed 23/04/2025 -
Wed 18/06/2025Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:The Priory (Ware)
High Street
Ware
SG12 9ALTutor:Marina BurrellCourse code:Q00019079How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £67.20