2012 Conference
In this Olympic year the Historical Metallurgy Society would like to invite you to join us for a one-day conference on the real story behind non-ferrous metals - not just gold, silver and bronze, but copper, zinc, brass and others.
This conference offers an opportunity to explore themes relating to the history and archaeology of all non-ferrous metals. With the SS Great Britain as a backdrop there will be a focus on the broad theme of communication; communication of ideas, metals as communication tools and the role of non-ferrous metallurgy in the slave trade. The conference on the 6th of October will be hosted in the stunning Victorian surrounds of the SS Great Britain, the world's first great ocean liner. Registration for the conference will include access to the ship, refreshments, a light lunch and afternoon tea. The Bristol area is rich with non-ferrous archaeological sites, and on Sunday 7th October there will be an opportunity to explore Roman lead workings and post-medieval copper works with expert guides. Offers of papers are welcome on any of these themes. Please send your abstract to Matt Phelps by the 17th of August.
The booking form can be downloaded here.
The provisional programme can be downloaded here.
For more information contact Eleanor Blakelock.
Not so much Gold, Silver, Bronze - more Copper, Zinc and Brass
SS Great Britain, Bristol, England - 6th October 2012