The Bayeux Tapestry RIT (Zoom)

The Bayeux Tapestry RIT (Zoom)

Winter (1.5 - 3.5 hours) | Available (Membership Required)

Online Lebanon, NH 03766 United States
Online Meeting
1/27/2025 (one day)
11:15 AM-12:45 PM EST on Mon
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$30.00

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The Bayeux Tapestry RIT (Zoom)

Winter (1.5 - 3.5 hours) | Available (Membership Required)

In 1066, the army of William of Normandy defeated the forces of the English king, Harold, at the Battle of Hastings. You probably remember this from a history class at some point in your life. But, did you know that, within a few years of William’s conquest, the campaign was commemorated in a tapestry that still exists today? This class will examine the creation of the tapestry and the scenes it portrays and discuss how it has managed to survive for 950 years.

Audio/Visual, Lecture

Note:  This is an OLLI at RIT Course.
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Chris Ryan


Chris Ryan is a retired librarian with a lifelong interest in history, especially that of the 19th century. She has recently focused on the intersection of art and history and has led courses on the appropriation of indigenous art by colonial powers and the Nazi art thefts during World War II.?