Erasmus Darwin House Events
Beyond the Sari: Unwrapping Indian Textiles and Fashion.
Erasmus Darwin House Erasmus Darwin House Beacon St , Lichfield, Staffordshire, United KingdomWould you like to discover the rich and vibrant world of Indian attire beyond the iconic sari? Join Heritage Detective, Sundeep Braich, for a colourful and engaging talk unpacking the...
The Cavalry in the 18th Century
Erasmus Darwin House Erasmus Darwin House Beacon St , Lichfield, Staffordshire, United KingdomA talk by Rob Elliott 18th Century re-enactor and historian, specialising in the War of Austrian Succession, the Seven Years War and the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion & Lichfield’s role in...
Cheers – A Talk by Sheelagh James
Erasmus Darwin House Erasmus Darwin House Beacon St , Lichfield, Staffordshire, United Kingdom‘For centuries ‘small beer’ was one of the safest drinks in the nation, drunk by men, women and children. This talk looks not only at ale, beer and porter in...
Sweet Memories
Erasmus Darwin House Erasmus Darwin House Beacon St , Lichfield, Staffordshire, United KingdomA jaunt down to the sweetie shop to recall some of our favourite sugary treats…some classic adverts to jog your memory too! A nostalgic talk by Kath Reynolds
Dr William Palmer of Rugeley – Saintly Billy or Mass Murderer?
Erasmus Darwin House Erasmus Darwin House Beacon St , Lichfield, Staffordshire, United KingdomA talk by Steve Booth. Dr William Palmer, better known as the Rugeley Poisoner. was convicted in 1856 for murder. Born in Rugeley executed at Stafford Prison. Gambling, Strychnine, and...

