The Victorian Cult of Mourning with Virginia Van Vliet

​After the death of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria became known as “The Widow of Windsor”, setting the tone for elaborate mourning customs throughout the Empire.

Come to learn about hair jewelry, mutes, crepe veils, zinc tombstones, tear bottles, post mortem photography and other elements of the Cult of Mourning.

Drop-in.

For: Adults (18+), Older Adults, Younger Adults (18-24). Programme type: Author Talks & Lectures, History & Genealogy. Registration is not required. Contact: Wychwood Staff, [email protected].