Lecture Series: Whistlejacket and the Croydon Races

Schedule

Tue Apr 28 2026 at 06:30 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Croydon Town Hall | Croydon, EN

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Join us in Croydon this April, for a three part lecture series at Croydon Town Hall, exploring the deeper stories behind iconic paintings.
About this Event

This April, the Mayor’s Parlour at Croydon Town Hall opens its doors for a special series of talks exploring the hidden histories behind masterpieces from The National Gallery - now on display in Croydon as part of .

Across three evening lectures, leading historians, authors and curators will take a deep look at iconic paintings and the stories they carry.

On Tues 28 April, join Art Historian Melissa Baksh to discuss Whistlejacket and the Croydon Races with local historian, Carole Roberts.

The Mayor's Parlour, Croydon Town Hall
Tuesday 28 April, 6.15pm - 7.30pm

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Croydon Town Hall, Katharine Street, Croydon, United Kingdom

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