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Quakers and Activism - from abolition to Just Stop Oil

Quakers have been at the forefront of social protests throughout their history, often using disruptive and vilified methods to make change. This talk will highlight how and why this small faith group packs such a powerful punch when it comes to peaceful protest.

Hertha Ayrton: 'A Shining Light'

A prolific inventor and suffrage campaigner, Hertha Ayrton (1854-1923) was one of Cambridge University’s first female scientists. Despite winning prestigious awards for her research into electricity and sand ripples, she was excluded from the Royal Society, but has now become an iconic figurehead encouraging women to pursue scientific careers.

Frederick Leach: A Well-connected and Much-travelled Cambridge Artworkman

Mill Road History presents a talk by Shelley Lockwood who will introduce us to the beautiful and extensive work of Mr Leach of City Road

Third Nature: Public Art at Cambridge West, a New Innovation District

Cambridge West unveils a new public artwork, Third Nature. Join artist group Troika in a discussion chaired by Andrew Nairne, Director, Kettle’s Yard. This event explores nature at the intersection of art, science and technology and includes a close look at Third Nature, which consists of 15 native and non-native mature trees, selected with the Botanic Gardens, and in a tree library grid pattern.