Other events associated with Lincoln Cathedral Library

Other events

Cathedral Library Exhibition: PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIBRARY AND EXHIBITION WILL BE CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY 16 APRIL 2008.

Opening times: Saturday 29 March – Saturday 25 October

Weekdays 1pm – 3pm, Saturdays 11am – 3pm (closed on Sundays)

Medieval manuscripts are displayed in the Medieval Library, early printed books in the Wren Library. The displays are changed regularly throughout the season.

Special Library Exhibition

Opening times: Saturday 5 July – Saturday 12 July (closed on Sunday 6 July)

Daily 11am – 3pm.

‘Armenian Type Now’ celebrates the ancient culture and language of the Armenians. As there is no computer type face for the Armenian alphabet, Carolyn Puzzovio (University of Lincoln) is working on new designs. Her exhibition of books and photographic material marks the UN General Assembly’s designation of the year 2008 as the International Year of Languages. Books in numerous languages from the Library’s own collection will be on view.

The Bishop of Lincoln’s Chapter House Talks Tuesday 22 April ‘Jesus – The Man and the Myth’ Tuesday 27 May ‘Jesus – The Messenger and His Message’ Tuesday 3 June ‘Jesus – Master and Lord’

Each lecture starts at 6.30pm, preceded by tea at 6pm in the Cloister

Tickets are free but must be pre-booked.

Bishop John investigates different aspects of Jesus Christ. These thought-provoking talks are meant for anyone who is seeking to learn more about Christianity. Entry is through the south door of the Chapter House, Lincoln Cathedral.

The 2008 Lincoln Mystery Plays at Lincoln Cathedral

Friday 18 to Saturday 26 July (not including Sunday 20 July) at 7pm for 7.30pm start Pre-performance talk on Saturday 19 July at 6.30pm in the Wren Library, repeated on Saturday 26 July at 6.30pm in the Wren Library Tickets: £4 for Saturday pre-performance talks £12/£10 (concessions) for Mystery Plays Both pre-performance and performance tickets are available from Lincoln Drill Hall Box Office (01522 873894; www.lincolndrillhall.com)

Former Director of the Mystery Plays, Keith Ramsay, gives the background to the Lincoln Mystery Plays, aided by this years’ Producer, Liz Lucas. The south door of the Chapter House opens at 6pm. Holders of both tickets will have access to seats for the performance at the same time as the rest of the audience.