Royal Armouries: Weapons in Society Conference
Since 2019, the Royal Armouries’ Weapons in Society conference has showcased the varied interactions between arms, armour, and culture. Now in its sixth event, it will once again provide an opportunity for early career and postgraduate researchers to mix with academic and heritage professionals, allowing a collaborative dialogue between the worlds of academia and heritage.
This year’s conference will be held at the Royal Armouries, Leeds, in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University.
Tickets: £20
Concessionary rate: £12
Ticket cost includes lunch and refreshments.
The concessionary rate is available for early career researchers (within five years of doctoral award, not counting career breaks) and those in full-time education or part-time education while otherwise unwaged.
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