Tragedy and Triumph: The heroic age of Antarctic exploration
Three famous explorers dominate the story of early Antarctic exploration: Scott, Amundsen and Shackleton. We will focus on their expeditions from 1902 – 1912, including the race to the Pole between Scott and Amundsen. Herbert Ponting’s photographs and Edward Wilson’s … More details …
Bath: a Musical History
The social history of Bath is also its musical history, and it’s a tale worth telling. From the days of Beau Nash, when the spa was instituted, a band has been part of the set-up, because music has healing powers, … More details …
The Pre-Raphaelite Dream
Explore the Victorian avant garde. The Pre-Raphaelites were notorious for their painting style and their lifestyles. Find out who eloped with whom, and the surprising results in art and literature. See why Ruskin became their champion, follow the rise of … More details …