Sunderland Seminars-The Dark Masses of our Uninstructed People

Seminar 6- The Dark Masses of our Uninstructed People

How many people went to church in Sunderland in the mid-19th century? The little known 1851 Church Census will answer that – or perhaps it does not! Then from one controversy to another – what was the role of religion in the 19th century? Was it a force for radicalism or for conservatism?

Local historian Stuart Miller examines six aspects of the development of modern Sunderland from the 1780s to the 1880s.

Each session will last for two hours including a break of 30 minutes to sample the coffee and cake of the Seventeen Nineteen coffee corner.

No prior knowledge is required. Simply an interest in the history of Sunderland, and a sense of humour!

Accessibility

The Sunderland Seminars will take place in the Library, which is up a flight of stairs over the Gallery. Please let us know in advance if this is a barrier to your access, as we can make arrangements to use another space if necessary.

Cost

£2.50 (pay in advance or at the door. Booking recommended, numbers limited)

Host or Publisher Seventeen Nineteen