About the event

The Bodleian Libraries are delighted to announce the second Sunderland Collection Symposium: MAPS Digital | Analogue. This day-long event will take place in-person at the Weston Library and online.

Discover the fascinating art and science of digitising historical maps and atlases, the analysis of colour on antique maps, and cutting-edge conservation techniques.

Speakers for the event include:

• the Bodleian Libraries' own Map Librarian Nick Millea introducing the remarkable late-sixteenth century Sheldon Tapestry Maps.
• Donna Sherman and Jamie Robinson showing two treasures from The Rylands Institute: the Borgia/Velletri map and Pierre Desceliers' world map.
• Architect and graphic designer Eric de Broche des Combes introducing the world of native digital maps and maps in online game design.
• Leading globe authority Sylvia Sumira will unveil her work as an expert and conservator of historic printed globes.
• Professors Dr. Diana Lange and Dr. Oliver Hahn will discuss their pioneering research into colours on old maps with Dr Sara Öberg Strådal, Managing Director of Jörn Günther Rare Books.

Event information

This event is free, and you can register to attend either in person or online.

Attend in person

• You can attend the symposium in person in the Sir Victor Blank Lecture Theatre at the Weston Library. How to get here.
• The Weston Library has step-free access. More about accessibility at our site.

Attend online

• This event will also be livestreamed via Zoom. You can register to join the event online.