No matter where you are in the world please join us via Zoom on Saturday 12th October 2024 at 11am BST for our latest #engleseabrookchapelandmuseum Heritage Talk.

When a simple bowl would do, why did some Primitive Methodist Chapels acquire small but highly decorative baptismal fonts? Where did they get them from and what might they tell us about evolving attitudes towards childhood and Christian parenting? Today, when many coming forward for baptism are looking for a more immersive experience, we might ask what is the fate of the font? Alison Butler explores the history, symbolism and future of the Methodist baptismal font.

Alison Butler served as Liaison Officer for Methodist Historic Objects from 2015 – 2023. She is fascinated by the variety of Methodist baptismal fonts around the country and our diverse attitude towards them.

The event is free. Everyone is welcome. The Zoom details are as follows:

https://zoom.us/j/99304577545?pwd=ZWJ1m0aL2YxNUwzkwEm1Wpb7ftxJqw.1
Meeting ID: 993 0457 7545
Passcode: 610720

Baptismal Fonts at Englesea Brook Museum