JOHN SCOTT LECTURE - A Woman’s Work? Women’s Lives in Late 17C Hull

A Woman’s Work? Women’s Lives in Late 17c Kingston upon Hull

By Mike Rymer

What was a woman’s social status in 17th century Hull? What was a woman’s legal status at this time?

How were women perceived by the church and society? Could a married woman work?

What kind of work were women engaged in? How were widows treated in the 17th century?

Was divorce an option available to 17th century women? Who was in charge of the money in marriage?

What local evidence exists that describes the lives of women?

Our 2024 John Scott Lecture will cover many aspects of the lives of women in both domestic and work situations and answer the questions above. Please do join us.

Doors open 5.30pm. Lecture starts 6pm. Refreshments for sale 7pm. Close 7.45pm.

Seating unallocated. Tickets will not be issued.

Wheelchair access and accessible WC available.

Book by 30 August:

Friends of St Mary’s £6pp

Under 25s £6pp

General admission £8pp.

On the door: £10pp

All proceeds to the Friends of St Mary’s for the upkeep of the church building.

Enquiries to friends@stmaryslowgate.org.uk