Join Jim Ranahan, cataloguing archivist at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, for a fascinating exploration of the Usher siblings. Enid and Neville Usher were long time residents of Stratford-upon-Avon, until Enid's untimely death in 1998 and Neville's in 2021. They immersed themselves in Stratford and Warwickshire life, not least through their business, the Stratford Bookshop. Both were strong supporters of local heritage, working with the Stratford Society and for Neville, harnessing his accounting and organisational skills over many years for Warwickshire Local History Society. In their different ways and through their varied interests, Enid and Neville Usher demonstrated a passion for life across the County. This passion is reflected in the Papers of Enid and Neville Usher which, along with records relating to the Stratford Bookshop are cared for by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.
Jim Ranahan is cataloguing archivist at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. He strives to ensure the collections reflect the lived experience of local people, past and present.
The talk takes place at Aylesford Primary School, Tapping Way, Warwick and will start at 7.30 pm with tea and coffee served from 7 pm. There is no need to book. This event is open to members and non members. Attendance is free, donations are welcomed.
For more information about the society and events please visit our website, www.warwickshirehistory.org.uk.
Image: Neville Usher. Both images courtesy of Stratford Birthplace Trust.
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