Creative History
Creative History
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Step back in time to 1571, to when John Alyf, a lawyer, was the sitting tenant at what is now called King John's House. Explore Tudor life in a genuine home of the time by helping the household as they prepare for a feast. Follow in the footsteps of the cook, gardener, print-maker and other servants helping the mistress get ready for the master's return. Then accept your role and costume with proper grace and enjoy the Feast Day celebrations! Our shared passion for bringing the past alive for today's children creates a fun morning of activities which develop the children's appreciation for the buildings' significance both now and then. At the same time the activities develop the children's historical skills and period knowledge. Based on documentary evidence from the time, the story unfolds amongst a complex of authentic Medieval and Tudor buildings set in beautiful period gardens. Hence '1571' gives children a unique look at a piece of Hampshire history during the Tudor period. The project uses discovery trails, hot seating, re-enactment, resource handling and costumes to stimulate curiosity and development of historical skills. '1571' is closely linked to the National Curriculum, particularly topics on Tudors and Homes. However it also supports a wide range of other topics and areas such as Impact of Man of the Environment, Settlement, Buildings, Clothes, Containers, Materials and Structures. The site is also a fantastic stimulus for poetry, story writing and artwork. If you wish to discuss the content of your visit please contact Creative History. Contact details can be found here. |
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