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A momentous occasion that marks a real change in our understanding of the Jewish story in York. We're so proud of our own Dr Louise Hampson for her contributions to this incredible piece of York history.

Thanks to Rabbi Dr Elisheva Salamo, and Dr Louise Hampson of the University of York's StreetLife Team, for uncovering the blue plaque on Coney Street outside the Next building yesterday. It celebrates York's forgotten C13 synagogue.

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Today we had the honour of welcoming ‘King Henry VIII’ at Exeter Cathedral. King Henry processed from Exeter Guildhall with his entourage towards the Cathedral and was greeted with ceremonial Tudor music performed by Exeter University Chapel Choir, and His Majesty’s Sagbutts and Cornetts. As part of the Historic Royal Palaces’ ‘Henry VIII’ on tour.#ExeterCathedral #YourCathedral

Check out all the latest on our AHRC-funded project: "Henry VIII on Tour" as we delve into Henry VIII's royal progresses 👑
https://www.theargus.co.uk/news/24335219.dig-take-place-petworth-house-part-henry-viii-project

Major dig seeks to unearth Tudor secrets at Sussex stately home This summer archaeologists will trace the footsteps of Henry VIII as they search for evidence of a lost Tudor wing at Petworth House.

Did you know that Medieval York was home to a thriving Jewish community? Or that the celebrated scholar and rabbi YomTov was probably a 12th-century resident of the city?

Discover the pivotal role of the Jewish community in York’s history on 5 June. Explore well-known events such as the tragedy at Clifford’s Tower and lesser-known stories of everyday Jewish life in the past on a walking tour and talk with our own Dr Louise Hampson.

York and the Medieval Jewish Community Discover the pivotal role of the Jewish community in York’s history with our walking tour and talk led by Louise Hampson of the University of York.

Have you read this article in The Conversation UK? Have a look at one of our projects, featuring work done by Dr Louise Hampson and Dr John Jenkins: How a French rabbi helped build a thriving Jewish community in medieval York – before a shocking massacre.

How a French rabbi helped build a thriving Jewish community in medieval York – before a shocking massacre Jewish communities still use liturgical poems written by the French rabbi known for having taught in York in the 12th century.

🎉🎄 Happy Christmas from all of us at the Centre for the Study of Christianity & Culture! 🌟 Our journey of exploring Christian concepts and narratives that shape Britain's rich heritage continues. This year, we've had the privilege of collaborating with diverse partners, contributing to major research projects, and fostering connections with heritage organisations. Thank you for being a part of our community! Here's to a Christmas filled with cultural enrichment and a New Year of shared exploration 📚🏰 ⛪️

🍁🐿️📚 What are you reading this autumn? We're looking forward to 'Bede and the Theory of Everything' https://reaktionbooks.co.uk/work/bede-and-the-theory-of-everything

Want to meet the author? Three opportunities detailed below!

(1) 27th Sept, 6pm. lecture by Prof. Michelle Brown, 'Bede and the Theory of Everything', to the Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle-upon-Tyne (The Common Room - former Mining Institute -Westgate Road, Newcastle) - open to members and guests, see https://www.newcastle-antiquaries.org.uk/index.php?pageId=277

(2) 30th Sept, St Peter’s Church, Monkwearmouth (10am eucharist commemorating Abbot Ceolfrith, followed at 11am by the Wearmouth Lecture by Michelle Brown, 'From Biscop to Bede – building the first university')

(3) 30th Sept, 3-5pm, lecture by Michelle Brown, ‘Bede, Codex Amiatinus and Northumbrian Book Culture’, Jarrow Hall Museum

Bede and the Theory of Everything | Reaktion Books This book investigates the life and world of Bede (c. 673–735), foremost scholar of the early Middle Ages and ‘the father of English history’. It examines his notable feats, including calculating the first tide-tables; playing a role in the creation of the Ceolfrith Bibles and the Lindisfarne ...

🕎 You might know that Medieval York was home to a thriving Jewish community. But do you know which building was once a Victorian synagogue?
StreetLife York is conducting a Jewish York Walking Tour on Monday 12th June, 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Details here! ➡️ https://streetlifeyork.uk/events/jewish-york-walking-tour-0

It seems this month, we're all talking about kings (in one century or another 😉). Why not grab a cup of tea and a slice of Victoria Sponge ☕️🍰 (and perhaps some Coronation Chicken 👑, we won't judge) and check out our latest project Henry VIII on Tour🎪🐴?

Research to shed new light on ‘royal tours’ of iconic King A new study aims to shed light on the royal tours of King Henry VIII, one of the most iconic - and controversial - figures in British history.