Monday, 1 June 2015

Museum of London - Docklands


Exclusive curator talk and late night opening 25 June, 7-10pm Join curator, Anna Sparham, for an evening in conversation with history experts at the Museum of London Docklands as they delve into work of Christina Broom, the UK’s first female press photographer.
Christina Broom: close up
25 June, 7-10pm
  
Join curator, Anna Sparham, for an evening in conversation with history experts at the Museum of London Docklands as they delve into work of Christina Broom, the UK’s first female press photographer.

Hear from women’s history specialist Di Atkinson and Edwardian postcard expert, Guy Atkins, and as they unpick the remarkable career of Christina Broom and discuss the intriguing and changing role of the image in Edwardian society.
   
Plus, enjoy an exclusive after-hours viewing of Soldiers and Suffragettes: The Photography of Christina Broom, which features a cross-section of her impressive work including many never-before-seen photographs from Suffragette processions to royal occasions and sporting events.
   
Video 
        
Anna Sparham talks about the exciting acquisition of Christina Broom's photography.