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WIS ZOOM LECTURE
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2025
2:30 PM EST (7:30 PM UK)
Join us for a special WIS Zoom Lecture featuring Dr. Neil Buttery—food historian, chef, and author. In his talk, “Exploring Social History and Behavior in the 19th Century through Wedgwood Ceramics,” Dr. Buttery will examine how British dining habits, cultural values, and everyday life in the 1800s are reflected in the design and use of Wedgwood ceramics. This unique lecture blends culinary history with ceramic artistry for a fascinating look at the past.
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2026 ANNUAL SEMINAR
APRIL 19 - 25, 2026
Join us in Barlaston, England, April 19–25, 2026, for an unforgettable week of lectures, tours, and behind-the-scenes experiences. Our program begins in London with a visit to the Wedgwood collections at the Victoria & Albert Museum, a special reception at Bonhams London, and a private tour of the Wedgwood collection at Windsor Castle.
Our distinguished speakers include Catrin Jones, Lucy Lead, and Rebecca Klarner from the V&A Wedgwood Collection, alongside renowned Wedgwood experts Gaye Blake Roberts, Pat Halfpenny, and Rosie Cooke. We’ll also travel to the Lady Lever Art Gallery in Liverpool for exclusive tours with Robin Emmerson and Nicola Scott.
All this, plus delicious food, warm friendships, and the joy of shared discovery, promises a truly memorable experience. We look forward to welcoming you!
