Lecture: Walter Morrison: A Man of Many Parts

When

Fri, 21 May 2021.

Description

An oil portrait of Walter Morrison. He wears a black suit and has a large white beardThis is the story of the Grand Old Man of Craven, as he was affectionately known. A politician, local landowner, military man, businessman and benefactor, the talk explores these and other aspects of his life.

This lecture was the opening event of the Walter Morrison Festival, a series of exhibitions, events and tours to celebrate his life and good works in Craven. Exhibitions opened on 22nd May 2021.

Robin Bundy is the archivist of the Malhamdale Local History Group.

You can now watch the lecture online.

This event is part of Walter Morrison Festival