Adorn Jewellery: The Human Story - Colchester, England - Until 16-2-2020

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Colchester Castle Museum
Castle Park
Colchester, Essex
CO1 1TJ


Adorn Jewellery: The Human Story

Until 16th February 2020

From Bronze Age torcs to modern bling, people have adorned themselves with jewellery for thousands of years. What hidden stories do these objects hold and why do we still choose to express ourselves in this way? ​

We have brought together objects from collections across the region to reveal the jewellery worn by the people of Essex through time. Meet modern makers and local people to discover the inspiration and personal stories of love, friendship, loss and status behind the jewellery we wear.

Adorn is the first exhibition at Colchester Castle since it reopened in 2014. The show will explore the hidden stories of personal adornment, from Bronze Age beginnings to modern makers, and feature Colchester artefacts, loans from partners including the British Museum and work by contemporary Essex jewellers.

The exhibition features the work of the jewellers: Sabine Brauns, Charlie Leftley, Lynn Powell, Lucy Quinn, Holly Stant, and Emma Turpin.

Opening hours: Monday – Saturday: 10.00am – 5.00pm, Sunday: 11.00am – 5.00pm

Admission: £10

https://colchester.cimuseums.org.uk/adorn/