The Re-Imagining of Christian Frederick Cole

The Re-Imagining of Christian Frederick Cole

By Pamela Roberts A cursory glance at this image may elicit recognition of a 19th century music hall minstrel with striped trousers, a banjo in hand, and the title ‘Old King Cole’. But look more closely: the person in the image is wearing an academic gown and a...

How can historians develop an effective social media presence?

On Tuesday 29 January we held a workshop at the Institute of Historical Research for postgraduate students and early career researchers. The main aim of the event was to learn from best practice in the archives and library sector, and to help historians develop skills...