Are you involved in a First World War community research project? The Gateways team is running two events this spring offering advice and ideas on accessing archive material and sharing research findings through exhibitions and community heritage events.
Accessing Archives: A Study Day for First World War Community Heritage Researchers
Hampshire Record Office, Winchester
Friday 3rd May, 10.30am-4pm
Join us for a free event at the Hampshire Record Office bringing together archives professionals and researchers to share advice on using national, local and online collections to discover more about the First World War. Gather hints and tips on accessing archive material and learn about some of the fascinating records that have survived and can be used to deepen our understanding of wartime lives.
Book your place here.
Creating exhibitions and Hosting Heritage Events: A study day for community heritage researchers
Institute of Historical Research, Senate House, London
Friday 14th June, 1pm-5pm
Are you considering how to share your First World War community research findings with the wider community in an engaging and accessible way? Are you interested in creating an exhibition or perhaps hosting a community heritage event? Join us for a free workshop at the Institute of Historical Research in London where you can hear from both the community and academia on best practice in exhibition curation and fresh and exciting ideas for engaging the wider public in what your research has revealed.
Book your place here.
