80 Vincent Square, London
RHS Lindley Library
Free
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6.30pm–8pm Doors open at 6pm
Demonstration / Talk / Lecture
Join archaeologist Dr Sadie Watson as we uncover the evidence for Roman gardens in London, their plants, designs and their influence today
In this talk we will discover how archaeology and archaeobotany can help us to understand the flora and designs of gardens in Roman London.
We will explore the environmental landscape of Londinium and find out what plants grew in a Roman garden and their historic, cultural or medicinal significance.
There will be plenty of time to ask questions, plus join us for a drinks reception after the conversation where you can explore the RHS Lindley Library's collection.
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Speaker
Dr Sadie Watson - Sadie is an archeologist working at MOLA (Museum of London Archaeology). She recently worked on The Roman Gardens of Londinium, a community research project which used archaeobotanical evidence to lead discussions and creative activities with people from Hackney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Event Details
Doors open at 6pm, with the conversation beginning at 6.30pm.
Tickets for this event are required, with the ticket cost supporting the RHS Lindley Library. Some tickets will be available on the door. RHS membership not required.
To keep the event as accessible as possible you can choose a full price ticket (£8) or you can make a donation of an amount affordable to you with our Pay What You Can tickets.
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Additional info
Accessibility: There is step-free access into the main RHS building and Library reception area via a ramped entrance. The Upper Reading Room may be accessed by three steps with a handrail for support, or via a staff-operated lift in the library reception area. We do not have accessible toilets onsite.
For any questions, including accessibility enquiries, please email [email protected]
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The image in the banner is a poster from MOLA's community project, The Roman Gardens of Londinium.
The RHS is the UK’s gardening charity, helping people and plants to grow - nurturing a healthier, happier world, one person and one plant at a time.
