Knives out! How iron was first used in the eastern Mediterranean and western Anatolia

Our society relies heavily on the manipulation of Earth’s rich natural resources. Steel, an alloy of iron and carbon, is a great example of this. But the technological road from working first iron objects to the ultimate stainless steels of today was long and bumpy. This talk will explore the beginnings of iron working in the Bronze and Iron Ages and the many experiments that led to some more, and some less, successful discoveries along it.

This is a free event. Booking is essential

Accessibility Information

• The room is located on the ground floor
• Some seats are accessible via steps
• There is space for wheelchair users (please book a wheelchair accessible ticket)
• An accessible toilet is available near the room
• Light levels will be appropriate for the use of powerpoint
• There is no hearing loop

More information about accessibility to the building can be found on the Museum website including an accessibility map of the site. If you have any queries about accessibility, please contact Susanne Turner by email (smt41@cam.ac.uk) or phone (01223 335153 or 330402)

Contact

Contact email: museum@classics.cam.ac.uk

Contact phone: 01223 330402