Ansgar arrived at Björkö near Stockholm in AD 829 and converted the royal bailiff there. New surveys indicate his first church may have been found.
Category: Medieval Histories
‘Medieval Histories’ offers medievalists all the news about exhibitions, books, research, archaeology, travel-tips and much more from the Medieval World
English Alabaster Sculptures
The Netherlands may be known for their carved late medieval altar-pieces. From England came a competing product, its alabaster carvings
Medieval and Renaissance Interiors
Late medieval manuscripts are filled with lovely interiors. New book delights in showing off the decorative details and explain the stories behind
Open Hearths, Ovens and Fireplaces
Medieval creativity: While Vikings huddled around long fires, the French sat with their backs to chimneys and the Germans invented tiled ovens.
The Hunters in the Snow
Hunters in the Snow is one of the most evocative paintings of winter. Often regarded as a modern work, it is in fact deeply religious
Are Humans as Lethal today as in the Middle Ages?
The chances of dying from violence in the Middle Age were seven times higher than it is today. It appears culture and state-formation plays important roles.
Medieval Daily Bread Made of Rye
When cold and wetter climate hit Europe in the 5th century, rye became part of a new and more varied bread culture. Baking Rye bread has medieval roots
The Merovingian Sarcophagus of Chrodoara from Amay
In 1977 the Sarcophagus of Chrodoara was discovered in the church in Amay. The stone-carvings on the slab are widely recognised as unique
Austrasia – the Forgotten Merovingian Kingdom
While in Paris to see the exhibition on the Merovingian Times, remember to take a detour to Saint-Dizier to see the exhibition on Austrasia
The Merovingian Times
Major exhibition on the Merovingian Times in Paris at the Musée de Cluny is a must-see for any medievalists this winter
Commemorating the Conquest of Granada 1492
This week the re-conquest of Granada in 1492 was once more celebrated in the streets while a squabble broke out among politicians, artists and historians about the (lack of) political correctness.
Albarracín – From Taifa to Medieval Lordship
Declared a National Monument in 1961, the medieval town of Albarracin is probably one of the most beautiful and evocative places to experience old Spain
Medieval Bridgettine Treasure in Danger of Being Dispersed
In December 2015, the Munich Diocese decided to close the Bridgettine Abbey in Altomünster. The future fate of the priceless collections is unknown.
The Legend of the Lovers of Teruel
The Story of the Lovers of Teruel published in the 16th c entury is said to have a medieval tragedy at its core.
The Medieval Arundel Tomb in Chichester
A memorial for Philip Larkin has been revealed in the Poets’ Corner in Westminster Abbey. This invites us to ponder the medieval Arundel Tomb, which inspired him
Kirsten and Buris at Vestervig Abbey
In Vestervig in Northern Jutland newly wedded brides place their wedding bouquets at a 13th century medieval tombstone. Why is that?