Benjamin Jesty

by Patrick Pead

Tuesday 23 November 2010

The lecture will look at the life and achievements of Dorset’s vaccination pioneer, Benjamin Jesty. He was the world’s first vaccinator against Smallpox in 1774.

More Upcoming Talks

Talks are held in the Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne, starting at 8pm.

Complimentary tea and coffee are available from 7.15pm.

28 Sep
2010

Katherine Swynford

by Alison Weir

Tuesday 28 September 2010
Alison is a highly successful historical novelist and historian and will discuss her biography of Katherine, mistress of John of Gaunt.
12 Oct
2010

Elizabethan Stained Glass at Montecute

by Peter Hill

Tuesday 12 October 2010
Peter will discuss his recent research into the coats of arms, marriages and friends and neighbours of the Phelps family.