Treasures That Have Helped Shape our Past

What transforms an object into officially recognised Treasure? And what stories can these treasures reveal about our past?Join us for an evening in-conversation with Meghan King exploring the world of important Treasure finds, metal detecting and archaeology.

Through a hands-on encounter with objects spanning prehistory to modern day, hear more about how discoveries by metal detectorists and archaeological enthusiasts have helped inform our understanding of the local area.

A number of these are currently on display in our new unearthed gallery at the Museum and Art Gallery.

This event will offer the opportunity to handle the artefacts up close as well as hear some of the stories behind the finds.MEGHAN KING BA(Hons), MA is the Finds Liaison Officer for Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.

She has worked for the Portable Antiquities Scheme for seven years, first as a Treasure Registrar at The British Museum and now in her role as Finds Liaison Officer.

She is actively engaged in increasing public awareness and volunteer involvement with the Scheme in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.This is an exclusive event for members of the Derby Museums Business Network.