Jewellery Etiquette, history of Afternoon Tea, Myths & Magic of Jewels and Gemstones of Sri Lanka – a wonderful mix of Jewellery Talks to enlighten you as Summer draws to a close.
Doors open 11am – the Talk starts 11.30am
£38.00 per person
Tea and Coffee on arrival
Complimentary Glass of Fizz after the talk
AUGUST
Thursday 4th, Friday 5th or Saturday 6th
Jewellery Etiquette – Rules or No Rules?
Today we can wear any piece of jewellery when we want and where we want … although wearing a tiara in the supermarket might seem a bit odd – but why not!! But this has not always been the case and this talk delves into the world of historical jewellery rules. Was it better to pile the jewellery on, wear certain jewels at certain times of the day or for a particular reason? Or was it right to discard the ‘rules’ and just have fun and be recognised as a trend setter not a follower? So many questions … so many answers … join us for a fun packed talk.
AUGUST
Wednesday 10th or Thursday 11th August
“The Surprising History of Afternoon Tea” with Steven Moore
To celebrate Afternoon Tea Week, we welcome back Steven Moore to the gallery to present this new lecture. Afternoon Tea is a familiar treat, but its history is more complex and full of misinformation. Steven will expose the fascinating truth about afternoon tea’s real history including the important role Harrogate played in its history.
SEPTEMBER
Friday 9th, Thursday 15th or Saturday 17th
Gems of the World Part 1 – Sri Lanka
This new series of talks will delve into the fascinating world of gemstones and consider why certain gemstones grow in certain areas of the world and what makes the origin of the gemstone so important and potentially adding value to the stones. We will also consider the history of mining in each country, the popularity of the gemstones from each country and why they were, or are, so prized in jewels today.
Sri Lanka offers a rich and diverse range of gemstones. This talk will look at the history of the coloured stones that have formed an essential part of Sri Lanka’s impressive gemstone industry. Which gemstones from Sri Lanka are the most important and why? We will consider these questions in a part handling session.
SEPTEMBER
Saturday 3rd, Friday 16th or Thursday 29th
Myths and Magic – Jewels with a Story to Tell
Why do people say opals and emeralds bring bad luck? Did certain historic jewels bring families bad luck? Intrigued …. ? This is the talk for you. We will be delving into mystery, suspense and shocking revelations associated with jewels and gemstones.
Lectures are individually priced at £38* and include tea or coffee on arrival
and a complimentary glass of fizz after the Talk.
The Gallery doors will open between 11am and 11.15am and the Talk will commence at 11.30am