
Upcoming Events › Erasmus Darwin House Events
November 2025
Lichfield’s Largest Preloved Jigsaw Sale
Free entry to the sale. All proceeds go towards the running of this independent museum and charity. Any donations of jigsaws will be gratefully received.
Find out more »The Ten Georges of Lichfield
Lichfield historian and author Jono Oates tells the stories behind ten Georges associated with Lichfield, from monarchs to mayors, and architects to admirals, some of them are well known but at least one of them has not been talked about for 140 years. The ten Georges cover the time period from the mid-16th century to the 21st century, so provides a fascinating backdrop to the history of Lichfield over the centuries. This illustrated talk lasts an hour with the opportunity…
Find out more »The Good, The Bad and The Deadly Part 4 Medicine (but not as we know it) in the 18C.
A stand-alone talk by Sheelagh James on more strange cases, more weird treatments, more stoical patients, ‘new’ health threats and the saving of the Navy.
Find out more »December 2025
Who was Dr Edward Kent Parson?
This illustrated talk by Lichfeldian Kent Parson, will share fascinating research into his ancestor, Dr Edward Kent Parson. Hear about a physician cum inventor and a man who lived an intriguing life linked to a Battle, an Arctic expedition, and a multi-million pound estate!
Find out more »A Christmas Journey…with Maria Credali
A traditional storytelling show for adults, featuring yuletide tales and traditions from around the world. You are invited to join us on a Christmas journey—a voyage across countries and cultures, through tales and traditions as unique and as varied as snowflakes. Along the way, we’ll encounter curious characters: spiders and shepherdesses, wolves and witches. We’ll come face to face with the fearsome Krampus and the kindly Tomte. We’ll hear the legend of the Yule Cat, who’s not nearly as cuddly…
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