The Last Princesses of Punjab: a Talk by Polly Putnam

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Sat Jul 18 2026 at 02:30 pm to 03:20 pm

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Thetford Library | Thetford, EN

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Explore the remarkable life of Sophia Duleep Singh and the women connected to her, as part of the Festival of Thetford & Punjab 2026
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A talk at Thetford Libary by Polly Putnam, Curator of Collections at Historic Royal Palaces. Explore the remarkable life of Sophia Duleep Singh and the women connected to her rich, complex heritage. Polly will also highlight the current Kensington Palace exhibition, The Last Princess of Punjab.


Festival of Thetford & Punjab 2026
Friday 17 July – Sunday 19 July

This event is part of the Festival of Thetford & Punjab 2026 which will take place in venues across Thetford in Norfolk, with cultural celebrations inspired by the life and legacy of the Duleep Singh family, the last Royal Family of the Punjab who lived in Elveden near Thetford. Join us for talks, workshops, curry nights and activities for all to enjoy, as well as the Thetford Mela, the grand Festival Finale on Sunday.

Read the full programme at http://thetfordpunjabfest.com

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Thetford Library, Raymond Street, Thetford, United Kingdom

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