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Sailors’ Carving: The Roots of Scrimshaw - 22/08-29/08
The Golden Hinde
Time9am
DateSat 27 Jun
During the long and uncertain voyages of the Elizabethan era, sailors passed time not only by working rope and sail, but by carving, marking, and decorating personal objects with simple tools and skilled hands. These small acts of creativity — symbols, initials, ships, and protective marks — form the roots of what would later become known as scrimshaw. This week-long programme explores sailors’ carving and folk art traditions, combining engaging talks with a hands-on, family-friendly workshop inspired by historic practices.
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The Golden Hinde SE1 9DEGetting there
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Sat 27 Jun
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The Golden Hinde, London (SE1 9DE).
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