Willowbank Intersections in Heritage Conservation Series Finale: Brett Sherlock at Willowbank - Saturday, November 22

Brett Sherlock Lecture Reminder: Personal Stories and the Relationships behind the Landmark Auctions of HH Princess Salimah Aga Khan, Dame Elizabeth Taylor and HRH The Princess Margaret.

Much of the conversation in the cultural heritage field today centres on the relationship between the tangible and the intangible. How do the objects, buildings, and landscapes we protect connect with the stories, skills, and traditions that give them meaning? It’s a question that continues to shape how we understand and care for our shared heritage.

As the final lecture in our seven-part series on Intersections in Heritage Conservation, Brett’s talk offers a fitting conclusion. He brings a rare ability to move seamlessly between the physical qualities of beautiful objects and the human narratives behind them—demonstrating exactly how interconnected these realms truly are.

In this closing session, Brett will explore the personalities, stories, and intrigues that infuse objects with life. His work reminds us that heritage is never just about things; it is about the people and experiences that animate them. Whether you’ve attended the entire series or are joining us for the first time, this is an opportunity to gain fresh insight from a leading voice in the field.

Please join us in welcoming Brett this Saturday, from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. in the Bright Parlour at Willowbank, 14487 Niagara Parkway, NOTL, ON, L0S 1L0.

To reserve your seat, please send an e-transfer of $25 to willowbank@willowbank.ca.