History Scotland: Exclusive history talks and webinars
History Scotland run regular online lectures on a host of subjects. Presented by historians, curators and authors, the popular webinars include a presentation and the chance to ask questions.
Forthcoming webinars
Overlord: The Life and Reign of Henry VIII
Date & Time: 11 August, 6.30pm
Speaker: Steven Veerapen
Henry VIII is one of history’s most recognisable monarchs — remembered as the larger-than-life king with six wives and a reputation for tyranny and excess. But how accurate is that image?
In this expert history webinar, historian Steven Veerapen explores the real story behind Henry VIII. Drawing on archival sources from across the British Isles, he reveals a very different perspective on the Tudor ruler, one who saw himself not merely as King of England, but as the overlord of a wider British dominion spanning Scotland, Ireland, Wales and beyond.
Join us to discover the complex, ambitious and often theatrical figure behind the legend — and the imperial dream that drove one of Britain’s most famous kings.
Tickets: Register now - £10
The Hidden Lives of Viking Women
Date & Time: 30 September, 6.30pm
Speaker: Professor Alexandra Sanmark
Drawing on the latest archaeological, historical and literary research, this session explores the many roles women played in Viking Age society. From trade and household leadership to warfare, ritual and magic, Viking women were far more than background figures in the saga of the North.
Professor Sanmark will examine the myths and realities of their lives, revealing how women exercised influence, authority and respect within their communities during one of the most dynamic periods of Scandinavian history.
Tickets: Register now - £10