From Object to Place: Sheffield’s Urban Spaces

The history of the Jewish community in Sheffield goes back to the beginning of the 18th century. It produced a rich and vibrant heritage and culture which had a determining impact on the social, economic and cultural life of the city. This workshop will focus on urban spaces in Sheffield’s city centre and their association with the community, using objects, documents, stories and soundscapes, to offer an immersive experience. It will introduce you to a website and a walking app that will take you through the streets of Sheffield’s city centre, from Figtree Lane to West Bar Green, from Campo Lane and North Church Street to Silver Street and Lee Croft. As you walk, stories and sounds will be triggered through GPS technology to paint a picture of a time long past but one of crucial importance to the development of the Jewish community in Sheffield and of the city itself as a multicultural space.

Host or Publisher The University of Sheffield