Events - Worcestershire Archive & Archaeology Service

2nd Wed of each month Oct, Nov and Dec, 10am-11am.

Launching in autumn we are running a mini-series of 3 reading circle sessions.

These are opportunity to meet and discuss books about Worcestershire’s history, in a relaxed and sociable way.

The Hive is a wonderful setting – you will be just meters away from where we safely store and make accessible original archives that offer a window into Worcestershire’s broad heritage.

Our suggested reading programme is entirely optional to follow – feel free to discuss information you have discovered from heritage events, websites and books from your own collection. You may also find our searching for a local heritage book guide useful. Feel free to contact us for more information. Whether you are new to Worcestershire’s heritage or already have an interest, all readers are welcome.

Did you know the English Civil war began and ended in Worcester? Come along to our Civil war themed show and tell session to find out more about the fascinating documents we hold that relate to the conflict. You can also get a close up look at some amazing artefacts from the 17^th century battlefield surface!

Worcestershire Archive & Archaeology Service holds a wide range of maps and plans that give a fascinating insight into the development of the landscape, settlements and of land use. In this session, we will explore different types of maps and plans, suggesting how they can be interpreted and ways that they can be used to aid research.

This workshop is aimed at people starting out on their journey of discovery or those wanting to look beyond Ordnance Survey.

Join Archivists behind the scenes for a tour of what is unique, special and treasured about Worcestershire Archives and their wonderful collections. Highlights will include a letter sent from Titanic, Shakespeare’s Marriage bond, documents from the reign of King Charles I and II and the Worcestershire photographic survey.