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Free Lecture: the WRVS in Devizes during World War II by David Dawson

Lecture by David Dawson, Director of the Wiltshire Museum to accompany the exhibition ‘Compassion in Crisis: 80 Years of the Royal Voluntary Service (7 May – 24 June)

On the 80th anniversary of the Royal Voluntary Service, this free exhibition tells the story of service beyond self given by millions of volunteers. It also asks: How did their actions change Britain? Is compassion itself now in crisis? And are we still willing to give the gift of voluntary service in the 21st century?

RVS Heritage Bulletin Blog and podcast (A Coloured Thread – October 2018) Matthew McMurray, Royal Voluntary Service Archivist, talks about his inspiration for the exhibition and the journey to bring it to the Wiltshire Museum.

Two free lectures provide an opportunity to learn more about the exhibition and the history of the Royal Voluntary Service (Wednesday 6 June Matthew McMurray and Wednesday 20 June David Dawson).

Free guided tours of the exhibition with Matthew McMurray – please contact the Museum for more information 01380 727369 or hello@wiltshiremuseum.org.uk

Entry to the exhibition is free (there is a charge to see the rest of the Museum).

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