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06 Sept 2025

Internationally acclaimed archaeologist to give Derry lecture

The November 2024 lecture will be given by the internationally acclaimed archaeologist and former Derry City Council archaeologist and historian, Brian Lacey

Internationally acclaimed archaeologist to give Derry lecture

Internationally acclaimed archaeologist , Brian Lacey.

The Friends of The Derry Walls is delighted to announce that their November 2024 lecture will be given by the internationally acclaimed archaeologist and former Derry City Council archaeologist and historian, Brian Lacey.

His lecture is titled "Archaeology and Derry – A Personal Reflection".

Brian Lacey’s first visit to Derry was on November 5, 1974. He was interviewed for and offered the job as an archaeologist at Magee College that same day.

His career since then has been dominated by the archaeology and history of the city and its hinterland.

In this talk for the Friends of the Derry Walls, Brian will reflect on his experiences over those 50 years.

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The Lecture will take place on Wednesday, November 6 at 7pm in the Verbal Arts Centre, Derry

To book a ticket CLICK HERE.

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