19384 - The Shift from Castles to Homes
Course Overview
When Henry VII defeated Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth on August 22, 1485, the War of the Roses in England ended its 30 years of brutality and carnage. During this conflict, medieval castles provided shelter and security for whole villages seeking protection inside 16-foot walls. Henry VII could not have known that he would be the last king to claim the throne of England in battle. He and his successors would rule with an absolute control of the country that brooked no opposition but brought stability to England. Castles were no longer necessary. They became stately homes designed to impress rather than repress. In towns, homes also began to change. This is the beginning of the homes we know today with all the characteristics that we associate with our homes: glass windows, bathrooms, specialized furniture, and lawns and gardens for decoration rather than protection and food production.
Join us for the next chapter in the development of the modern home. This is part of the series entitled “If Walls Could Talk.”
Additional Information
Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is no longer required for entry. Masks are recommended.
A current OLLI Membership is required to register for this course, please click here to add to your cart. Please purchase one membership per account.
This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment.
Upcoming Free Member Events
