Queen Eleanor, wife of Edward I, died at Harby near Lincoln on 28 November 1290. Her body was embalmed at Lincoln and left there on 4 December to be
taken to London for burial in Westminster Abbey on 17 December. The funeral procession rested at Stamford on the night of 5/6 December.
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13th March - 9th June 2013
The Witham Shield, found in the River Witham at Washingborough in 1826, is a masterpiece of British Iron Age art. The shield is returning to Lincoln for a brief visit in this British Museum Spotlight Loan exhibition, which will explore the history, manufacture, design and craftsmanship of this icon of prehistoric Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire's heritage is a rich, diverse and precious legacy. Your donations will be used to improve your visit through better exhibitions, increased digitisation and conservation work. Your generosity will help to preserve and keep vibrant our heritage for future generations. Thank you for your support.
Last updated: 22 December 2011
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