Collecting the Pieces: ADULT Medieval Identity talk-workshop
Schedule
Sat Jun 06 2026 at 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
The Morrab Library | Penzance, EN
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Have you ever wondered about peoples' relationships with identity in Medieval Cornwall?How could they prove a letter came from them?
Or that a shipment of their produce arrived?
With seals of course! ✍️
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Join Laura as we explore Medieval society - through their seal matrices...
We will begin with a short talk exploring some of the real-life examples of seals: all found in Cornwall!
From the merchant class copper-alloy trading seals, to personalised silver seals with intricate designs.
This holistic talk-workshop will explore how people interacted with identity, and in turn, how we see ourselves today 🪞
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After the talk, we will have a go at designing our own individual seal matrix. 🎨
And of course, they can be taken home as a keepsake.
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Laura is the former Finds Liaison Officer for Cornwall & Isles of Scilly, so please feel free to bring along any seal matrices you may have at home for identification.
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Where is it happening?
The Morrab Library, The Morrab Library, Morrab Gardens,Penzance, Cornwall, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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