Join writer and critic Emily Rhodes for a walking book club exploring "Diamond Street," Rachel Lichtenstein’s evocative account of Hatton Garden. As you traverse the streets depicted in the book, Emily will lead discussions on Lichtenstein’s characters, themes of craftsmanship, diasporic life, and the history of London’s jewellery district. Starting at the Goldsmiths’ Centre, the walk lasts about 1.5 hours with limited seating opportunities. Please read the book beforehand if possible, though all are welcome. Participants must be at least sixteen, and the event is capped at fifteen people. Tickets with a book included cost an additional £5, and the book will be a nearly-new copy, mailed to your provided address.
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Political Jewellery Through Time
Mon 28 October 2024
6pm - 7pm (UK time), Online (via Zoom)
Pay what you can: £5 or £10
Jewellery has long been used to express political beliefs, from the suffragette movement’s red, white, and green symbols to the coded gems of eighteenth-century Jacobites and the protest badges of the late twentieth century.
Join Rachel Church for a captivating talk exploring how badges, brooches, rings, and pins have conveyed messages of patriotism and revolution. Engage in the discussion and ask your questions during this interactive session.
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The Gemstone Detective: An Insider's Look at Tanzania's Mining Landscape
Mon 4 November 2024
6pm - 7.30pm, Online (via Zoom)
Pay what you can: £5 or £10
Join gemmologist and author Kim Rix for an engaging talk on her journey through Tanzania’s mining regions, including Umba, Longido, Mahenge, and Merelani's Tanzanite mines.
Kim will share personal stories and visuals, offering a glimpse into the lives of mining communities, the mining process, and the cultural significance of Tanzanian gemstones. Whether you’re into travel, jewellery, or cultural exploration, this talk provides valuable insights and an opportunity for discussion.
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Trove: Ryng Jewellery and Objects Pop-Up
Wed 13 November 2024
Wed 5pm - 8pm, Thu 11am - 6pm
Free admission with ticket
The Goldsmiths' Centre, London EC1M 5AD
Join the "Ryng" event, where ten talented jewellers and silversmiths from the Goldsmiths’ Centre community showcase innovative ring designs symbolising love, commitment, status, and identity. This event, perfect for finding unique gifts for life's special occasions, highlights the work of both new and established artists.
Trove, a collective based at the Goldsmiths’ Centre near Hatton Garden, is known for high-quality, handcrafted jewellery featuring diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, and tourmalines. Discover exceptional pieces from artists like Clio Saskia, Ella Fearon-Low, Flora Bhattachary and Jessica Jue, each celebrated for their distinctive craftsmanship and achievements.
Mon 2 December 2024
4pm - 8pm, Free admission with ticket
The Goldsmiths' Centre, London EC1M 5AD
Join us this festive season at the Made by Pivot: Jewellery Pop-Up at the Goldsmiths’ Centre near Farringdon, London, featuring handmade jewellery by people experiencing homelessness.
Pivot empowers individuals to design, make, and sell jewellery, offering practical support to help them leave temporary accommodation. By purchasing responsibly made brass, recycled silver, and zero-waste acetate pieces, priced between £25 and £135, you'll be giving a gift that gives back!
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