"The Heritage Dilemma" - Making and Breaking World Cities

We are delighted that Loyd Grossman, internationally renowned heritage figure, will be delivering the World Heritage Day lecture for 2021.

Loyd will discuss the heritage dilemma faced by Edinburgh, where the cost of conserving the heritage rich environment is rising. Drawing on examples from Paris, London and Venice, Loyd will explore the challenges facing the city, where so many businesses have been able to flourish. Join us as we take a closer look at Edinburgh's own heritage dilemma.

About the speaker

Born in Boston in 1950, Loyd’s lifelong interest in heritage has involved him in a number of key organisations: he is a former Commissioner of English Heritage, and is currently President of The Arts Society, Vice President of the Churches Conservation Trust, and a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, among many other roles.

Loyd was involved in a wide range of broadcasting including Through the Keyhole, and his love of food led him to create his own brand in 1995, which became one of Britain’s most successful new premium food brand.

In June 2015, Loyd was awarded a CBE for his services to heritage.

Details

Date: 6pm, Thursday 15 April 2021
Start time: 6pm
Venue: TBC

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There will be a members-only drinks reception after the lecture. If you would like to attend this event as a member, benefitting from our members' discount and an invite to the reception, please sign-up for membership online today!

The support we receive from our members makes an important difference in helping us conserve and promote Edinburgh’s extraordinary Old and New Towns World Heritage Site. By becoming a member, you will help us do even more for the city, as well as receiving discounts and priority access to our events. Please visit www.ewh.org.uk for full details of our 2020 members' event programme.

For any queries about the event, please contact members@ewht.org.uk

World Heritage Day Lecture by Loyd Grossman