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Elizabeth and Mary: Royal Cousins, Rival Queens

  • The British Library 96 Euston Road, London NW1 2DB (map)
Laurence Nowell, map of Scotland, c.1564-5 (c) British Library

Laurence Nowell, map of Scotland, c.1564-5 (c) British Library

This fascinating exhibition, enhanced by paintings, jewels, textiles and fine maps, explores the complex relationship between Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots revealing a dangerous world of plots, espionage and treachery. Autograph letters, state papers, speeches, drawings and woodcut engravings illustrate key moments and events set against the backdrop of deep division between Protestants and Catholics

Details

Venue
The British Library, 96 Euston Road, London NW1 2DB 

Event Organisers
Sarah Bowles and Philippa Barton

Cost
Cost of the visit is £30 - plus Eventbrite booking fee
Cost of the visit for Seniors and the National Art Pass is £25 - plus Eventbrite booking fee

Programme

12.00noon
Introduction by Karen Limper-Herz, Exhibition Curator

12.30pm
Visit to the exhibition, Elizabeth and Mary: Royal Cousins, Rival Queens at the British Library

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