# Event Details - **Event Name**: History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 24 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 24 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 pm - **Event Description**: Dive beneath the surface of mermaid lore, tracing their long histories and what they may reveal about wider society. Followed by Q&A.About this EventSince Hans Christian Andersen turned the mermaid into a romantic heroine, shimmering sea-maidens have swum through popular culture. “Mermaiding” has even become a verb. But where do these figures really come from, and why do they hold such power over us?This talk strips away the fairy tale to uncover a far darker and more complex ancestry. Across cultures and centuries, people have imagined powerful sea spirits inhabiting liminal waters: from the fish-tailed goddess of ancient Mesopotamia, to medieval two-tailed mermaids, Renaissance Europe’s soulless undines, and West Africa’s formidable Mami Wata.Born from encounters with the unknown, these female water beings have inspired terror and desire, transformation and loss of control. Together, we’ll explore how mermaids and sea spirits have evolved alongside human fears and fascinations – and how they continue to shape our relationship with nature, the unknown, and femaleness itself.Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!Follow us on IG @seedtalksSpeaker Bio:Dr Natalie Lawrence is a historian of science and author of Enchanted Creatures: Our Monsters and Their Meanings (W&N, 2024; Pegasus 2025), a history of monsters and our imaginations over the last 15,000 years. She has a first class in Natural Sciences, a Masters and a PhD in History and Philosophy of Science from the University of Cambridge. She also co-authored Planta Sapiens: The New Science of Plant Intelligence with Professor Paco Calvo (Little Brown, 2022; Norton 2023; 10 translations so far). She has spoken for TEDX, numerous radio channels and podcasts, and presented for Cambridge Science Festival, Geist Talks, Last Tuesday Society, amongst others.Testimonials from our guests⭐ Truly riveting talks, always enjoy these - a great way to spend an evening with some pals. Already looking forward to the next one. - Alexander P⭐ Expertly run, talks are always super informative and a lot of fun! Couldn’t recommend these enough! 5 star. - Owen S⭐ Been to a few talks and all have been super interesting. An enjoyable evening to go to either alone or with friends. The talks make for stimulating conversation. Highly recommend! - Daisy Jhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R62Jjr0tuFgAgenda?: 07:00 PMDoors Open?: 07:30 PMTalk Starts - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/southville/history-of-mermaids-sea-spirits-and-women/100001979513868267 - **Event Categories**: festivals, workshops, art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 14.75, max: 34.45, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Southville - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Hen & Chicken - **lat**: 51.4407098 - **long**: -2.6106793 - **full address**: Hen & Chicken, 210 North Street, Southville, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/28e762f24896867e899002093961aac681fbb6cab511289fd17ef4dd517828ca-rimg-w1200-h600-dcbecada-gmir.jpg?v=1767367095 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women being held? - **A:** History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women takes place on Tue, 24 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 24 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Hen & Chicken, 210 North Street, Southville, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women? - **A:** Ticket prices for History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women range from GBP 15 to GBP 34 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityEarly BirdGBP 15 + GBP 1 feeAvailableEarly Bird for 2GBP 26 + GBP 2 feeAvailableGeneral ReleaseGBP 17 + GBP 2 feeAvailableGeneral Release for 2GBP 31 + GBP 3 feeAvailableFinal ReleaseGBP 19 + GBP 2 feeAvailableFinal Release for 2GBP 34 + GBP 3 feeAvailableVIP SeatingGBP 20 + GBP 2 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women? - **A:** History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women is organized by JAW Talks & Events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Southville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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