Exhibition: Romantic Facts and Fantasies - Paupers and Poetry

This exhibition explores 60 years of turbulence and innovation in Romantic-era Britain (1780-1840) through texts, paintings and artefacts.

Paupers and Poetry: The Workhouse at Southwell

The early 19th century is often seen a time of invention, creativity and technology. However, it also saw the development of an institution that shaped the lives of less fortunate members of society for decades to come – the Workhouse. This talk by Dr Charlotte May will focus on the Workhouse at Southwell, Nottinghamshire, whose founder was a close connection of the poet Lord Byron.

Part of the Romantic Facts and Fantasies exhibition programme.

Advance booking is required.