Bristol At Home | April

Recently I was introduced to Bristol At Home, a Public History project documenting life in Bristol. 

As a history postgraduate student, I understand the importance of leaving evidence of daily life behind for future generations.

Here's how it works:

Every month @BlaiseMuseum will announce a theme. All themes pertain to daily life, such as your kitchen or favorite outfit. Take a picture of the month's theme and use the hashtag #BristolAtHome. Your picture, along with everyone else's will be collected for future historical research. Some photos may even end up in Bristol's Public History Collection!

THIS MONTH'S THEME: BREAKFAST!

Tweet a picture of your breakfast with the hashtag #BristolAtHome to contribute to future generation's historical research!

My breakfast: Buttermilk pancakes and bacon. 

Questions? Visit Bristol At Home's website for further details about the project!

Happy Monday!
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Wanderlust Wednesday | History

Today I have linked up with True Colours and other travel bloggers by participating in Wanderlust Wednesday! This month's topic is something that I happen to be an expert on (literally, I have a degree in this): History.

In my opinion, history and travel go hand in hand. Neither is as important without the other. 

How can you possibly understand history without seeing its impact on the world? 

How can you travel without understanding the importance of your destination's past? 

For those of you who are new to my blog, I have just recently moved across the Atlantic to pursue a Masters degree in History. Bristol is a wonderful city and I am enjoying life as an expat here in England. That's why I decided to pick up my camera and share with you the history of one of Bristol's oldest buildings.

It's hard to miss Bristol Cathedral. Located just a block away from my flat, the cathedral stands tall on College Green watching over all the students and locals who relax on the grass.

The original structure of Bristol Cathedral was built around 1140, however, little remains of that building today. Parts were added on throughout the years until construction stopped in 1539, an attempt by Henry VIII to minimize the power of the Catholic Church in England. The English Reformation was a difficult time for churches throughout England, as practices and laws were ever changing. In 1542, the church was named a cathedral by Henry VIII, under the new Church of England. Construction continued with major renovations taking place in the late 19th century. The structure that stands today was completed in 1888.

During my time as an undergrad, I spent over a year studying the English Reformation and the events leading up to it. This building is a beautiful representation of the history I have spent so long learning.

I'd like to thank True Colours and Lost in Travels for featuring my blog, as well as all the new readers I have gained this past week! I'm still settling in, and will start to blog on a more regular basis once I feel a bit more comfortable with my new city!

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Texas Tech

Seeing as it is my last week in Lubbock, I decided to walk around campus one last time. And guess what! I actually managed to bring my camera! Yay me!

Welcome to Texas Tech University.

Holden Hall

During my three years at Tech, the majority of my classes were held in Holden Hall. This building is notorious for being either Antarctica or Hades. 

Holden Hall

The Administration Building

The Administration Building is the oldest building on campus. It houses offices for the President, Chancellor, and other important people. 

Memorial Circle

Murray Hall

My first year at Tech I lived in Murrary Hall, a upper classmen dorm. I lived in a 'Transfer Student Hallway', which allowed me to make friends with other transfers such as myself. 

Murray Hall

Garden

One of my favorite things about Tech is the opportunity to discover something new. On my walk I discovered a secret garden, hidden next to the Experimental Sciences Building. In the three years I had been here, never once had I noticed the garden tucked away. 

Garden

Education Fountain

One of my favorite places on campus is the Education Building fountain. Besides Holden Hall, the Education building was my second home. Being an education minor was pretty fun. We did a lot of coloring. 

Education Building

The Barn

When walking on campus, it's easy to forget you are still in West Texas. The Barn, located in the center of campus, is a reminder of Tech's Western roots. When Texas Tech first opened, the Barn was used to collect cattle and livestock in exchange for tuition. If you ask me, that sounds like a pretty damn good deal. 

Four Sixes Barn

Texas Tech is also home to the National Ranching Heritage Center. This center is focused on the preservation of over 40 structures, all moved from their original place to the Texas Tech campus. Some of these structures include one of the oldest schoolhouses in Texas, as well as my personal favorite, the Four Sixes Barn. 6666 Ranch was founded in 1868, and soon became the largest cattle ranch in all of Texas. It is still in existence today, however, one of their barns was donated to Texas Tech, and is now used for ranching education.

The International Culture Building

And lastly, the International Building. This is where I first learned about studying abroad. Props to Texas Tech for caring so much about other cultures. Without them, I wouldn't be the crazy Texas girl obsessed with everything British. How depressing would my life be?

46 days until I move to England!

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