Friends of Nottinghamshire Archives (FONA)

Meet at 11a.m. There will be a small charge of £4 for the event. Please have correct money if possible.

Catharine's talk will look at the huge losses sustained in this terrible epidemic exactly one hundred years ago. Admission to non-FONA members £4.00 including refreshments. Places may be booked at […]

Brian will give us a nostalgic look at famous old shops of the city - some long gone and some still familiar with us today. Admission to non-FONA members £4.00 […]

An in depth look at three spectacular incidents from the mid to late 19th century that took place on the Midland Railway, and how the use of various sources such […]

A look at harnessing the power of storytelling to bring history to life, using contemporary accounts to ‘voice’ the past; and some of the pitfalls of turning fact into fiction.  […]

Margaret’s talk will take an unusual angle on World WarTwo experiences as it focuses on Conscientious Objectors, examining the climate of the times in the 1930s, the complex reasons behind […]

An insight into the important and fascinating history and visible heriatge of Ashfield. Denis Hill presents an illustrated journey exploring the visible heritage and history of Ashfield, celebrarting the architecture, […]

An exploration of Nottingham's Edwardian Landlords

CELEBRATING HERITAGE TOGETHER – a week of talks and exhibition in collaboration with Nottinghamshire Archives and the Thoroton Society. CLICK HERE for full programme and online booking through Eventbrite.