
Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs
About This Event
Join the Museum of the Order of St John for an insightful afternoon where University of Leicester placement students will share their summer research. Their talk, aptly titled 'Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs', promises a fascinating exploration into how seemingly simple objects can unlock deeper understandings of personal and collective identity. The students have been working closely with the museum's diverse collections, and their presentation will highlight their findings on the significance of uniforms and historical photographs. Discover how these visual and material records can offer compelling insights into the lives, roles, and self-perceptions of individuals and groups throughout history. This is a unique opportunity to learn from emerging researchers and engage with the museum's treasures in a new light. The event is free to attend and takes place on Thursday 10 September, commencing at 12:30pm, at the Museum of the Order of St John in London.
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Frequently asked questions
Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs takes place on Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 13:30.
Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs is held at Museum of the Order of St John in London (St John's Gate, London, EC1M 4DA).
Entry to Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs is free.
Tickets for Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs
Editorial Summary
Join the Museum of the Order of St John for an insightful afternoon where University of Leicester placement students will share their summer research.
Their talk, aptly titled 'Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs', promises a fascinating exploration into how seemingly simple objects can unlock deeper understandings of personal and collective identity.
The students have been working closely with the museum's diverse collections, and their presentation will highlight their findings on the significance of uniforms and historical photographs.
Discover how these visual and material records can offer compelling insights into the lives, roles, and self-perceptions of individuals and groups throughout history.
This is a unique opportunity to learn from emerging researchers and engage with the museum's treasures in a new light.
The event is free to attend and takes place on Thursday 10 September, commencing at 12:30pm, at the Museum of the Order of St John in London.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs?
Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs takes place on Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 13:30.
Where is Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs taking place?
Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs is held at Museum of the Order of St John in London (St John's Gate, London, EC1M 4DA).
How much are tickets for Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs?
Entry to Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs is free.
How do I get tickets for Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs?
Tickets for Talk and Tea: Exploring Identity through Uniform and Photographs can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Museum of the Order of St John
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Price
Free Entry
Date
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