Bone seal found at the Abbey; Relics at Cologne considered to be St Alban The following two articles are extracted from ...
Ever wondered about the origins of some well-known local place names, such as Harpenden, Berkhamstead, Letchworth, and Hertford? One of our earliest members, the Rev. H. Hall, delivered a paper to the Society on his interpretation of Hertfordshire place names on 17 June 1858.
Page for Society members only. Go to the Members Area to log in. ...
Illustrated pamphlet celebrating the 450th anniversary of the granting of the borough charter by the boy king Edward VI in 1553. Explains its importance in providing the foundations for our local government, establishing the Mayoralty and authorising the town's markets.
Notes on some of the early members of the Society, who lost no time in bringing new energy and creativity to the study of our local history.
Looking for things to do? Consider joining a Society project or just indulge yourself looking at historic photographs.
When you've finished shampooing the cat, there are all sorts of opportunities to pursue your own interest in history from home. Here are some ideas.
GIven that excavation irretrievably damages an archaeological site, archaeologists have long faced a dilemma: to dig or not to dig? Now, new non-invasive techniques offer scope to investigate sites without excavation, and the Society has joined in using these across the county.
The Society's contribution to the preservation of important historic buildings in the city.
By the early nineteenth century, the fabric of the Abbey was in a dreadful state, including the High Altar Screen. Members of the Society played a pivotal role in securing its sympathetic restoration.
Elizabeth Ashurst's household account books offers interesting insights into everyday life in 18th century St Albans.
Rev. Thomas Lee became second master of St Albans Grammar School (then in the Lady Chapel of the Abbey) in 1848 and is known to have become a member by 1849, contributing at least one paper and produced a number of illustrations.
The chapel in Tyttenhanger House offers an intriguing glimpse into the character of its owner, Sir Henry Blount.
In preparation for the construction of a new Welcome Centre at St Albans Abbey, an archaeological excavation was carried out with surprising results.
This drawing, dating to 1846, was one of the first produced by the Society. That it illustrates a part of ...
This content should only be visible to members.
An audio-visual presentation on the Society's achievements over the first 175 years of its existence, hosted by Sandy Walkington.
Our Society was one of the first to commission air photographs to help plan archaeological excavations, as these Air Ministry photographs taken in 1929 show.
A selection of talks and lectures given in recent months.
Edited by John G.E. Cox and Ann Dean. A history of the unique collection of street memorials commemorating 110 men who lived in the streets around St Albans Cathedral and died in the First World War. This new edition includes the stories of the men and provides a thought-provoking companion for anyone interested in the city's modern history.
By Gillian Harvey. The story of Walter Lawrance, the first Dean of St Albans Abbey. It reveals his pivotal role in the development of the Abbey, its rise to Cathedral status, and its present important role in the life of the city.
By Clare Ellis and Pat Howe. A brief account of the origins and history of the Pemberton Almshouses in St Albans. Includes a transcription of the Will of Roger Pemberton, written in 1624, that set out how the Almshouses were to be set up and administered.
