Designed for beginners and those with some experience, these four courses build up a fundamental understanding of palaeography. Each course is stand-alone, but the four will also work together to reinforce existing and new knowledge, together with an understanding of the most common documents used in local and family history.
Palaeography level 1 – Introduction to reading old handwriting [1st module of 4; or standalone]
This course introduces the Beginner to letter forms and abbreviations, which will be used throughout all four courses. It is essential for those with no knowledge of palaeography.
Dr. Caroline Adams has a professional archives qualification and is a registered member of the Archives and Records Association. Until 2014 she was Senior Archivist at West Sussex Record Office, and is now a freelance archivist, palaeographer and historian.
Our online tutorials provide guidance on a broad range of topics. They are open to everyone.
The tutorial costs £10 per booking, and can be booked using the following link: https://www.ihgs.ac.uk/tutorial-palaeography-level-1-introduction-to-reading-old-handwriting-with-dr-caroline-adams-6th-february-12pm-585
In order to be able to join the tutorial you will need access to ZOOM. On the day of the Tutorial you will be sent a unique ID and password.
Please allow for two hours for the session, including joining and discussions. The talk will last approximately an hour.
**Please note that the tutorials contain copyrighted material and therefore should not be recorded or reproduced in any way.**
