Meon Valley Arts Society
Welcome to the Meon Valley Arts Society. The aim of the Society is to provide an
appreciation and study of the decorative and fine arts.
We have eleven lectures a year on subjects such as architecture, furniture, music, ceramics, paintings and many other
varied topics.
Lectures take place on the second Tuesday of every month except August.
In addition to the lectures several visits a year are arranged to historic houses, museums and galleries,
theatres, concerts and other places of interest.
We also organize two study days.
Lectures commence at 10:45am precisely at the Meon Hall, Meonstoke. Seats to be taken by
10:40am. Entry at 10:00am and coffee is served until 10:20am. Lectures normally finish by 12:00
noon. The Society cannot accept responsibility for Members' personal belongings. Members' Guests -
Admission £5.
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Next lecture: Tuesday 12 November 2024Subject: Petra and the Nabateans: the Arabs before Islam
Speaker: SUSAN ROLLINS
Petra was the capital of the Nabateans, a people of Arab origin, who created a city unique in the ancient world. This remote desert stronghold has caught the imagination of travellers since it was first rediscovered. The lecture tells the story of the enigmatic Nabateans and their city with its temples, shrines, tombs, palaces and villas.
Next outing: Friday 1 November 2024London Walk
Explore the City of London from medieval to modern. With Simon Whitehouse. Own transport.
For more details click here.
Next special interest day: Tuesday 29 April 2025Topic: Blenheim Palace....Wartime Evacuees, Espionage ...and much more besides!
Leader: ANTONIA KEARNEY