Edith Durham: Explorer, Collector and Champion of the Balkans
Event description
10am – 4pm
FREE admission
Mary Edith Durham (1863-1944) was a British explorer and collector who extensively documented the Balkans from 1900 to 1921. Her journeys took her through present-day Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Macedonia, where she navigated challenging landscapes and harsh weather. Sher gained the respect of local communities and became an advocate for their struggles, particularly during times of conflict.
Durham’s extensive collection of textiles, primarily women’s clothing, serves as a vital record of the region’s disappearing traditional culture, highlighting regional styles that indicate tribe, religion, and social status.
Today, her legacy is honoured through an exhibition at Bankfield Museum, where the Edith Durham Collection celebrates her contributions to anthropology and cultural preservation in the Balkans.
Opening Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Sunday: Closed
Accessibility Information:
- Disabled parking is to the rear of building with access via a ramp.
- All of the Ground Floor is wheelchair accessible (main areas and galleries of museum).
- Toilets, disabled toilet and baby change are all on ground floor.
- Large print labels are available for exhibitions. and Handling Boxes are available for visually impaired visitors .
- Please contact us to discuss any requirements, our staff will be glad to help you.
Event details
- This event is at Bankfield Museum
- Tickets are free
- This event runs from 19 Oct 2024 - 29 Mar 2025.
- museums.calderdale.gov.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/edith-durham-explorer-collector-and-champion-balkans
