Write Yourself into the 19th Century

Students will get introduced to 19th-century novels, poetry, and nonfiction to inspire their own creative ideas.

With a guided tour from a costumed interpreter, students will get led around our village and discuss how the setting plays an important part in writing.

No story can be made without exciting and well-researched characters. Using our textile and fashion collection, students will get inspiration for characters of their own.

On day 4, students will take part in different activities that filled the time of families In the 19th century. How might activities like candle-making or muddling herbs fit in a daring historical fiction?

On the last day, student will be challenged to bring together everything they have learned about the 19th century into their own piece of creative writing.