Strangers' Hall
I had been interested in this museum 'Strangers' Hall' in Norwich, Norfolk, since I found this attractive building the other day. It's one of Norwich's oldest buildings, dating back to the 14th century. Norwich's wealthiest merchants and civil leaders had lived there. Strong trading links had already existed between Norwich and the Low Countries, and also the immigrants were officially encouraged to move to the area by Mayor of Norwich, who resided at Strangers' Hall, to revive ailing Norwich cloth industry. So a lot of strangers came in and out of this house to register there and lodge there. Perhaps that's why it is called 'strangers'.
The photo is not clear, but it's a beaded layette basket for gifts or clothes. This mosaic technology was fabulous!
I've seen some rocking horses at different places, but I think this was the biggest one.
I like Norwich. Everytime I visit there, I make a new discovery about shops, street and places.
The rooms reflect different periods during the house’s history. Actually, some rooms were added onto the house during centuries, so it was like a maze inside:) A volunteer lady explained us about this fascinating Great Chamber. It was helpful.
The picture of 'the Ages of Man' on a wall was interesting. It depicts each stage of age from birth to death. We will be a skeleton at the end...
The photo is not clear, but it's a beaded layette basket for gifts or clothes. This mosaic technology was fabulous!
I've seen some rocking horses at different places, but I think this was the biggest one.
This is a tiny part of a wall decoration (paint or paper??), which has still remained.
Many dolls around the world were displayed in undercroft, the oldest part of the house. I found 2 different kinds of Japanese dolls:)
I like Norwich. Everytime I visit there, I make a new discovery about shops, street and places.
