Newer Era

“Cuts Stones of all Sorts, In the Best Manner…”: Experiments in 18th Century lapidary work in America

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E. Giovanna Fregni 1
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Introduction

Colonial Williamsburg is unique among open-air museums. It encompasses 70 hectares (173 acres), where there are no barriers, except for motorised vehicles. Visitors can walk along the streets and visit shops, although an admission ticket is needed to enter workshops and interpretive centres.  People working at Colonial Williamsburg are dressed in period costumes and are well versed in both history, the crafts they demonstrate, and in explaining them to the public.

2022 AIMA Lecture: Finding Common Ground

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Organised by
AIMA
EXARC
ALHFAM
Country
France

Please set your schedules to hear a vibrant discussion between the powerhouse leaders of history and agriculture - three associations coming together to "Find Common Ground"!

This will be the first time that representatives of AIMA, ALHFAM and EXARC virtually join forces to discuss their missions, focus groups as well as possible (joint) plans for the future.

ALHFAM 2023: Rethink, Rejuvenate, Regenerate

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Organised by
ALHFAM
Country
USA

What do we want our future to be? Museums have a unique contribution to make to envision a desirable future. The collections which document the past, and the engagement with communities in the present, provide a solid foundation for thinking about the future. How do we go about this when faced with challenges that require our immediate attention?

Willow Weaving Course

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Country
United Kingdom

During this willow weaving course we will make a functional garden structure to be the envy of your friends. Obelisks provide a frame to support sweet peas, sunflower plants, climbing plants and once learnt you can create any frame to suit the size you need. Make sure you can get it in your car to take home with you!

Ritual House Protection

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Country
United Kingdom

Modern homes are protected by lockable doors and windows, and burglar alarms in many cases. But how well are they protected from evil spirits? By looking closely at historical buildings, sometimes distinctive marks can be found that usually go unnoticed. These were created to protect the house and its occupants from evil spirits.