Co-Director / Associate Professor
jcheshire@lincoln.ac.uk
Dr Jim Cheshire is a cultural historian specialising in the visual and material culture of the nineteenth century with experience in both academic and cultural institutions.
As Co-Director of Lincoln Conservation and Associate Professor of Cultural History at University of Lincoln, Jim develops collaborative consultancy and research projects that bring together historians, conservators, heritage scientists and practitioners. His work connects historical interpretation with material evidence, facilitating a broad understanding and communication of cultural heritage.
Jim has published extensively and regularly contributes to collaborative research. He serves on the editorial board of the Journal of William Morris Studies, and Honorary Secretary of The Tennyson Society.
Key services:
Collaborative research and consultation
Research interests:
Victorian studies, heritage and sustainability, gothic revival, stained glass, Tennyson, publishing history, material culture studies, woad, contested heritage, church monuments
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