Twilight Talk: From function to form - medieval seals within Durham Cathedral Archive

The Durham Cathedral Muniments, now in the care of Durham University Library Archives & Special Collections, are one the richest British archives for surviving medieval seals; they include a substantial number of Scottish seals in consequence of the important holdings north of the Tweed belonging to the Benedictine monks of Durham Cathedral Priory.

This talk by Research Access Archivist Andrew Gray will explore how these seals transitioned from mere tools of authentication to intricate works of art, revealing their historical significance and the stories they tell about medieval society.

Free and all welcome. Please book through Eventbrite or by calling Palace Green Library on 0191 334 2932.

This talk is part of the Thursday Twilight Openings at Palace Green Library. Find out more about the museums and collections from across Durham University, including Archive and Special Collections, the Art Collection, Cosin's Library, Durham Castle Museum, the Museum of Archaeology, and the Oriental Museum.

The World Heritage Visitor Centre and the Museum of Archaeology are also open until 7pm during the Twilight Openings.

Please note, due to essential building work, this talk will be held at 7 Owengate on Palace Green.