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Doone Valley History Festival – Rosalie Chichester pioneer amateur photographer

Join House and Collection Manager Jess McKenzie on this informative talk about Rosalie Chichester the last owner of Arlington Court and her pioneering amateur photography.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Listen to Jess the House and Collection Manager at Arlington Court as she covers the wide and varied interests, passions and life of Rosalie Chichester. Her photograph albums and various collections are of national importance. How she became the first women to win the Practical Photographers Award and how her photograph albums are helping shape the future of Arlington Court. As well as learning about this rich and interesting figure learn how the National Trust are caring for this important collection.

This talk is free but a £5 donation would be welcomed.

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Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

All children must be supervised

Meeting point

Please meet at the Buttery Tearoom (EX35 6NU)

Accessibility

There are accessible parking spaces available and a portable hearing loop.

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