The Silhouettes of War
To mark the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War, York Castle Museum will remain open after hours for the public to explore the major new exhibition, 1914: When the World Changed Forever.
This Afternoon talk with the great nephew of Captain Lawrence Oakley, the York man who designed some of the most iconic posters of the First World War. Jerry Rendell will be talking about the man and the creation of his famous silhouettes, as well as signing copies of his book Profiles of the First World War: The Silhouettes of Captain H.L Oakley.
Suitable for
18+
16-17
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Website
www.yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk/whats-on/events/2014-08-04/?limit=3
Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk//yh000094?id=EVENT491570
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