What was the role and position of women in the Middle Ages.
Tour guides at Hernen Castle, all volunteers, are constantly busy learning about everything about "their" castle and its residents. And they often don't stop there. They are also interested in all kinds of interesting facts, from large to small, from the period between 1200 and 1600. About what they have come across and what is worth telling, they would like to share with you.
Before the castle opens, they are happy to share their fascination with "¦. At 11.00 we start with a cup of coffee/tea with some goodies. After which the lecture will begin in the knights hall. Of course you can visit the rest of the castle afterwards.
This day Alice Waterreus shares her fascination"¦.women in the Middle Ages.
My interest in the Middle Ages started in my school days with the stories about kings, knights, vikings and crusades: men, in other words.
From the way the Middle Ages have long been looked at, the picture emerged that women played no significant role. On closer examination, however, this appears to be more nuanced.
What was the position of women in medieval society. What was her position in the family and what work were they allowed to do in medieval society. In addition, Alice will tell about 5 remarkable women whose life histories have been preserved because they did play a significant role.
Admission includes coffee/tea and some goodies and afterward tour of the castle.
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Castle Hernen Dorpsstraat 40 6616 AH Hernen
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