As conservators - and librarians - prepare to go back to our workplaces along with much of the rest of the country we are likely to find them carefully marked up to remind us to maintain social distancing. Evidence has been spotted outside the Chantry Library (and for the avoidance of public transport). If only... Continue Reading →
It’s May 29th: Restoration Day (in the past a public holiday) - or more popularly Oak Apple Day, in tribute to the colourful account of the future Charles II escaping from the Parliamentarians after the Battle of Worcester by hiding in an oak tree. While not all book/paper conservators will necessarily celebrate the restoration of Charles... Continue Reading →
We regret the Chantry Library is closed until further notice. Please check the website for updates.
Have a lovely festive season! The Library will not be staffed until 7 January so we look forward to seeing you in the New Year. It may not reflect the real weather, but here is a shamelessly recycled snowman photo from our last post:
Just a very short blog post to flag the fact that our staffed hours have changed from Thursday morning to Tuesday afternoons, 1400-1800. All are welcome to visit to consult our collections, just contact us to arrange an appointment! Our details are here.
