Reminder. The Foxwood Arts Showcase takes place this Saturday

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Today we have been investigating our 18th century court stand. It was placed here some time in the 19th century and we’ve had the floor up to check its structure. Here’s some things we’ve found…

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We are a very old building. We have lots of keys. We have lots of keys that don’t open anything. Join us for a one off installment of, “Keys of the Merchant Adventurers’ Hall that are pretty but completely useless”. 🔑 🧵

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Today we thought we'd talk about this gentleman who some of you may recognise. Joseph Rowntree was a Quaker, confectioner, philanthropist and Merchant Adventurer. Plus as you can see in this photo quite the natty dresser.

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We have something very exciting on its way to the Hall! Here is a sneaky peak of a new permanent display on Dr Maud Sellers: steamboat lady, traveller, historian, archivist and the first female Merchant Adventurer in 400 years. Join us for a short thread on the indominable Maud...

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