The Nature of…1800s British Architectural Design-A Free Lecture Series

• Sunday, October 6 through Sunday, October 20
• Rockwood Park & Museum, Wilmington, DE
• 302-761-4340

Ever wanted to know what is so special about 19th century architecture like Rockwood? Familiar with the Gothic Revival, the Aesthetic Movement, and the Arts and Crafts Movement but always wanted to take a deeper dive? In conjunction with Rockwood’s innovative art installation, The Nature of Gothic, discover the British design sources that influenced the picturesque appearance of Rockwood and many notable houses from the 1800s. Each 45-minute lecture will be followed by low-key opportunities to discuss important design publications from the period and see how they relate to The Nature of Gothic art installations. Sign up for one or attend them all!

• October 6 – The first of three lectures focuses on the Gothic Revival style in England and the United States, a style that reimagines Medieval church architecture for modern 19th century builders like Joseph Shipley at Rockwood. 

• October 13 – The second of three lectures explores the Aesthetic Movement, an architectural style associated with the philosophy of "Art for Art's Sake." With roots in early 19th century English design reform, the Aesthetic Movement fostered European and American appreciation for ornament sourced from around the globe. 

• October 20 – The final of three lectures will define the Arts and Crafts Movement. With roots in mid-19th century England, the Arts and Crafts Movement was influential throughout Europe and the United States well into the 20th century.

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