Fakery, Forgery and Robert Burns
Victorian Edinburgh: ‘Antique’ Smith has just been accused of forging manuscripts by Robert Burns and other historical figures. Join us to learn more about the life and trial of ‘Antique’ Smith and the art of literary forgery. In our interactive workshop, participants have the option to try their hand at aging paper and writing with a quill pen and nib. Places are free but capacity is limited and booking is essential. The session lasts around 90 minutes and is suitable for ages 12 and above.
ADDRESS & CONTACT INFO
Advanced Research Centre (ARC), University of Glasgow, Chapel Lane, Glasgow, UK
VISIT DETAILS
TOUR DATES & TIMES
Sunday 22nd September: 2 : 00 PM
BUILDING OPENING HOURS
This event runs from 2:00pm - 3:30pm on Sunday 22nd. More Explorathon events are programmed throughout the week. Booking is Essential.
BOOKING DETAILS
OTHER INFORMATION
TRAVEL
Nearest Train and/or Subway: Hillhead or Kelvinhall Subway / Partick Train Station
Parking Available: no
Additional Parking Details: Limited Pay and Display
Parking Available: no
Additional Parking Details: Limited Pay and Display
ACCESSIBILITY
Physical Access: Fully Accessible
Further Accessibility Details: For accessibility details please visit: https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/arc/accessibility/
Facilities: Seating, Toilets, Wheelchair Accessible Toilet
Additional Restricitions on Access: -
Further Accessibility Details: For accessibility details please visit: https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/arc/accessibility/
Facilities: Seating, Toilets, Wheelchair Accessible Toilet
Additional Restricitions on Access: -
ORGANISATION
Organised by: Explorathon
From cutting-edge engineering to arts and humanities, discover the inspiring research happening on your doorstep, with family-friendly activities and exhibits as part of the Scotland-wide “Explorathon” festival, in partnership with Glasgow Doors Open Days. Free, drop-in. Activities on the floor are drop in; workshops are listed separately and require booking. https://www.explorathon.co.uk
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From cutting-edge engineering to arts and humanities, discover the inspiring research happening on your doorstep, with family-friendly activities and exhibits as part of the Scotland-wide “Explorathon” festival, in partnership with Glasgow Doors Open Days. Free, drop-in. Activities on the floor are drop in; workshops are listed separately and require booking. https://www.explorathon.co.uk
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