Lectures and events

Tours of Redhills Durham

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Redhills, Flass Street, Durham DH1 4BE
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Excavations at Marshall Meadows, Berwick-upon-Tweed

Presenter iconMatt Hobson
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Location iconLecture Room 2, Herschel Building, Newcastle University
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The General Strike in the North East, 1926

Presenter iconJoe Redmayne
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Location iconLecture Room 2, Herschel Building, Newcastle University
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The Penshaw Monument - a Victorian monument in the style of an ancient Greek temple.

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If you have an interest in the history, archaeological and heritage of the North East of England then become a member of the Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle upon Tyne. Benefits include access to our meetings and publications, and opportunities to volunteer at museums, excavations, special events and research projects.

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Society news

Part of the head of a person speaking, with words When Britain Stood Still, The General Strike at 100

New exhibition about the General Strike at Newcastle University Library.

To mark the 100th anniversary of the British General Strike, this free exhibition reveals how w

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An image in sepia on black background of spiral symbols, with a measurement rod

Northumberland Rock Art Archive now available online

Stan Beckensall's archive of over 1500 panels of rock art in Northumberland is once more available online, thanks to the efforts of a team of dedicated volunteers.

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Front and back of a 6th century brooch

East Thirston Excavations

Our members have been invited to visit the excavations at East Thirston in Northumberland during May. 

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Founded in 1813, we are the UK's oldest provincial antiquarian society. Our aim is to further the appreciation and understanding of the history and archaeology of North East England.

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