Talking HistoryThe Scottish Oral History Centre: Engaging Communities
Monday, 29th April 2013, 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
The Scottish Oral History Centre invites you to the launch of a new Centre of research and training. Participants are welcome to explore the new facilities, and learn about the work and expertise of the staff, and the ways in which the Centre engages with academics and the wider community. There will be an exhibition showcasing the work of the Centre, its research projects and partnerships with external organisations, community groups and the public.
The event will include a presentation by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the representative will be available to discuss individual questions about obtaining funding.
Registration 1.30 pm, event 2.00pm
The event will be followed by a networking reception and public lecture by the pioneer of oral history, Prof. Paul Thompson, University of Essex, and author of The Voice of the Past preceded by an introduction on the work of the Scottish Oral History Centre by Profs Callum Brown and Arthur McIvor. For more information or to register follow this link Evening session (5.00-7.45 pm).
Who should attend?
Community Groups
Academics
Heritage Organisations
Anyone with an interest in oral history, history, reminiscence and health and cultural heritage
Benefits of attending
An opportunity to exchange ideas on developing and sustaining oral history within public heritage.
A chance to view the new facilities of the SOHC, the only one of its kind north of London.
Hear from Professor Paul Thompson, University of Essex and author of The Voice of the Past.
Network with a view to pursuing new collaborators and projects.
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