Activities· Talks & Workshops
A talk on how overlooked histories become compelling fiction, for readers and writers interested in historical novels and the stories left out of the record.
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Exeter LibraryFamily
A self-guided hour for families and children with special educational needs and disabilities, who can explore at their own pace in a calmer setting.
Exeter LibraryTheatre
A watch party for the Slamovision Grand Final, where spoken-word poets from UNESCO Cities of Literature around the world compete for the title. For poetry fans and anyone curious about slam.
Exeter LibraryTalks & Workshops
A relaxed peer feedback group where three writers each session share a short extract of up to 500 words for constructive discussion. Open to all genres and experience levels.
Exeter LibraryClub night
A disco night for over-60s who want to get out and dance to music with others of their own generation.
Exeter CathedralTalks & Workshops
Dr Cherry Lewis, a geologist and historian of science, tells the life of apothecary James Parkinson, who first identified the disease, including his pamphlets and fossil illustrations. Suits anyone interested in medical history.
University of Exeter, Streatham CampusTalks & Workshops
A research lecture from the HumAnE Research Centre on how archaeologists tell bone marrow, grease and fuel residues apart in fragmented and burnt bones. Aimed at archaeologists, historians and anyone curious about analysing ancient remains.
University of Exeter, Streatham CampusTalks & Workshops
Visiting speaker Dr Betty Rosen explores 13th-century Arabic poetry from Cairo and Damascus by hearing it as performance, for anyone interested in Arabic literature and cultural history.
Mint Methodist Church CentreTalks & Workshops
A day symposium of six talks celebrating the cultural contribution of Devon women, for anyone interested in local history.