Afternoon Talk - Mary Anning: Fossil Collector and Palaeontologist *SOLD OUT*
Mary Anning (1799-1847) was an English fossil collector, dealer, and palaeontologist. She became known internationally for her discoveries in Jurassic marine fossil beds in the cliffs along the English Channel at Lyme Regis in Dorset. Tim Young will be discussing how her findings contributed to changes in scientific thinking about prehistoric life, as well as her experiences as a woman in the field of 19th Century palaeontology. Booking is recommended as seating is limited. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. If you would like to be placed on the reserve list, please call 01553 775001 or email lynn.museum@norfolk.gov.uk
Price
Adults £2, NMS Passholders free.
Description
Mary Anning (1799-1847) was an English fossil collector, dealer, and palaeontologist. She became known internationally for her discoveries in Jurassic marine fossil beds in the cliffs along the English Channel at Lyme Regis in Dorset. Tim Young will be discussing how her findings contributed to changes in scientific thinking about prehistoric life, as well as her experiences as a woman in the field of 19th Century palaeontology.
Booking is recommended as seating is limited.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED.
If you would like to be placed on the reserve list, please call 01553 775001 or email lynn.museum@norfolk.gov.uk
Dates
Friday, 28 February 2025 • 14:00 - 15:00
Other Information
Booking is recommended as seating is limited.
Plan Your Visit
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Market Street
King’s Lynn
PE30 1NL
Other times on Friday 28 February
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