As a freelance historian based in Lincolnshire, UK, I offer a variety of services relating to historical talks, education, displays and advice on set dressing and costume.

Please contact me at 1940sremembered@gmail.com with any enquiries and to ask for a quote.

Historical Consultation

• Advice on period correct outfits for re-enactors/living history and film/TV. For time periods covering 1935-1955.
• Advice on home interiors set dressing for film, TV, static displays. For time periods covering 1935-1955.

Talks and Education

• Talks on various topics relating to 1940s Britain – suitable for the W.I. , community groups, museums, public and private events. Examples include:
  • 1940s hair and makeup
  • The Women’s Land Army
  • 1930s/40s interior and domestic items
  • 1930/40s women’s fashion
• Education sessions for KS1, KS2, KS3 – Land Girls, Wartime fashion, Women at work in WW2, Children in wartime.
• Object handling boxes for KS1 and KS2 educational outreach.

Static Displays 

I offer small static displays, featuring original period objects, with item interpretation and handling opportunities. These are available for public and private events.

Example of display topics include:

• 1930/40s fashion
• 1930/40s domestic life
• 1940s kitchen and cookery
• Women’s Land Army
• Early 20th century plastics (from 1930s – 1950s)
• Example images

 

If you would like to request a service/topic not listed above, please get in contact to discuss additional possibilities via 1940sremembered@gmail.com