A list of 100 objects from Shakespeare’s world wouldn’t be complete without this very important item - a close-stool. Also referred to as a “night” stool, “necessary” stool, or “stool of ease”, these objects were actually toilets in disguise.
Elizabeth Sharrett Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsFind out why a bust of Rabindranath Tagore stands in the garden of Shakespeare’s Birthplace.
Tagore Shakespeare's Birthplace Literary Relationships1664 marked one hundred years since Shakespeare was born. During this time, the Civil War had ended, the theatres had been reopened, and the Third Folio was published.
Victoria Joynes The Birth of Shakespeare and BeyondCheck out our goat kids exploring their surroundings!
Farm Life Mary Arden's FarmCheck out the baby goats growing up on Mary Arden's farm
Farm Life Mary Arden's FarmThe tale of the Greenman (otherwise known as Herne the Hunter) was a popular part of folklore in Shakespeare's day. In fact, this Lord of the Greenwood makes a special cameo in Shakespeare's "Merry Wives of Windsor" in the form of a certain knight...
Emily Millward Tudor Life Shakespeare's Plays1614: William Shakespeare was 50 years old, 'Purchas His Pilgrimage' printed the story of a shipwreck, and Welcombe enclosures caused controversy in Stratford.
Victoria Joynes The Birth of Shakespeare and Beyond Shakespeare and his World--MOOCSome of the kind words we've received
Shakespeare's BirthdayTake a look at our lovely staff wishing our wonderful Bard a happy birthday
Shakespeare's BirthdayTake a look at the pictures from this wonderful day of celebration
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