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May 2025
Seven years a wolf – a Medieval tale of wolves, wonder and wit.
History comes alive in an unforgettable evening of traditional storytelling, where the echoes of the 15th century resound through the flickering candlelight. Join us for Seven Years a Wolf - an original tale inspired by the timeless Lais of Marie de France ” a story of chivalry, transformation, and fate. Cursed to live seven long years as a wolf, noble Sir Marrok wanders the wild woodlands and misty moors of medieval times. Amid ancient oaks and crumbling abbeys, he battles…
Find out more »Erasmus Darwin House Plant Sale
Have a stroll through our herb garden and meet members of our garden team who will be selling plants to raise funds for the museum and herb garden.
Find out more »June 2025
Medicine and Magic. Sold Out!
Medieval medicine has a brutal reputation “ only partly deserved! In this talk, we will explore what Anglo-Saxon medicine was like and how practitioners used herbs, prayer and magic to effect cures for the ailing. We'll look at medicine that worked, medicine that did not work, as well as a few other quirks of the fascinating manuscript evidence along the way.
Find out more »“Leto” but not Letocetum!
What's in a name? Join Sundeep Braich as she explores the prefix "Leto" in Letocetum, the Roman name for a settlement near Lichfield. While Letocetum officially has no connection to the Greek goddess Leto, the prefix sparks curiosity. Could the Romans have considered the connection to Leto too? Why did Leto's pregnancy with Artemis and Apollo challenge Hera, the queen of the gods and guardian of marriage? Are you intrigued by the brewing conflict between these two powerful goddesses, Leto…
Find out more »Stories for Midsummer – Sold Out!
Step into a world of enchantment on a Midsummer evening at the historic Erasmus Darwin House in Lichfield. Begin your journey by exploring the fragrant medicinal herb garden where plants whisper secrets of ancient healing traditions and roses fill the air with scent. As twilight falls, gather inside for a captivating evening of traditional storytelling, where the rich tapestry of Midsummer folklore and fable comes to life. Hear the tale of a clever maiden who outwits the Devil himself, of…
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