News and Views
Discover stories from our collections, work, research, and events. Warning: may contain absolute units.
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Author
- Joe
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Published Date
- October 26, 2020
Discovering The Lost Museum
Discover The Lost Museum, a remarkable community project by Reading’s Dee Park remembering and sharing stories of people and place.
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Author
- Ollie Douglas
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Published Date
- October 20, 2020
Playtime during the pandemic
In this blog, The MERL Curator reflects on childhood, outdoor access, play and the opportunities of the countryside during COVID-19.
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Author
- Alison Hilton
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Published Date
- October 12, 2020
The MERL receives Culture Recovery Fund grant
The MERL has rececived a brand new award of funding from the UK Government, helping us sustain our work and create new opportunities for you to enjoy.
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Author
- Joe
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Published Date
- August 24, 2020
Hidden Nature: The MERL’s Lockdown Garden
During our closure, The MERL garden was left to its own devices. Join us as we revisit our lockdown garden through photography and reflections.
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Author
- Ollie Douglas
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Published Date
- August 18, 2020
Breaking the Colour Bar: Amelia King and the Women’s Land Army
Discover the story of Amelia King, a Black British Land Girl. Learn about Amelia King’s life and the issues of rural racism.
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Author
- Ollie Douglas
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Published Date
- August 18, 2020
Object-handling at home – Women’s Land Army shoes
Inspired by the shoes and boots issued to the Women’s Land Army during WW II, try object handling your own shoes at home.
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Author
- Ollie Douglas
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Published Date
- July 22, 2020
‘I, Sheep’ and capturing the intangible countryside
In this blog, The MERL’s curator Ollie Douglas explores the filmpoem ‘I, Sheep’ and its beautiful depiction of the ebb and flow of rural life and heritage.
