British Association of Paper Historians
Society for the preservation of the history of paper, paper makers, paper mills and watermarks.
An informal presentation by Michael Stanyon, local historian, specialist in paper heritage and creator of the Apsley Paper Trail archive. This presentation, based upon the book of the same title, expands on this information with some new revelations. Starting with Napoleon and taking the story through to wartime. The ticket price includes a fish and chip supper, …
A surprising tale of rebellion in Hertfordshire, delivered by historian, Michael Stanyon. Mike's talks are informative and informal with plenty of opportunity to ask questions. There will be a break for a fish and chip supper. Tea and coffee will also be served. Do be aware that there is one flight of stairs and no lift, to …
Welcome event at Bow Arts Studio, Old Manor Park Library, London E12 5JY. Download information leaflet.
Lecture hosted by the Endangered Material Knowledge Project (EMKP) at the Stevenson Lecture Theatre, British Museum, London WC1B 3DG. Booking opening soon. Download information leaflet.
Talk and demonstration including afternoon tea, hosted by Textile Society, The Clore Learning Space, Garden Museum SE1 7LB. Download information leaflet.
The story of this famous brand is more interesting than you would expect. Historian Michael Stanyon delivers this informal presentation with lots of opportunity to ask questions. Ticket price includes a fish and chip supper. Tea and coffee will also be served. Please be aware there is a single flight of stairs and no lift to …
We are delighted to be holding our Annual Conference in the centre of Oxford at New College, founded 1379 and with magnificent buildings and gardens. We recommend early booking to attend this year’s conference. We are planning visits that will include the Oxford University Press and the Bodleian Libraries, with Marinita Stiglitz Head of Paper …
Find out how the railways transformed the local area. Presented by Michael Stanyon, historian, and the person responsible for the formation of the Apsley Paper Trail archive. An informal and interesting talk with plenty of opportunities to ask questions.. Ticket price includes a fish and chip supper. Teas and coffee will also be served. Please …
We shall visit the Conservation Studio, the Reading Room and their 8th floor terrace with magnificent views over London. They will also be looking out some choice material for us to see. Lambeth Palace has a lovely large garden and next door is The Garden Museum housed in the deconsecrated church of St Mary-at-Lambeth and …
Factual and anecdotal presentation by two former paper mill firemen and members of the Frogmore Paper Mill Heritage Fire Brigade. Peter Hailes and Paul Sturman have a knowledge not just of fire, but of the history of the area which will astound you. Paul is a fourth generation fireman once based at Home Park paper …
The Wallpaper History Society is pleased to invite wallpaper and design enthusiasts to an online talk ‘The Life of Wallpapers: The Huard Collection at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum’ by Emily Banas, Associate Curator of Decorative Arts and Design at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum. Emily will share unique insights into …
Once again we have booked the Farringdon Room at St.Bride Foundation for our popular Spring Meeting. Please note this is a Tuesday not our usual Wednesday. When the late Alan Crocker was Chairman, he started the Spring Meeting as an opportunity for members to present topics related to paper in some way, however tenuous, that …