The Stone Industry in Britain and Ireland, 1700–1800

An interdisciplinary conference organised by the Trinity College Dublin's ERC-funded STONE-WORK project.

Please note that registration is now full but you can join the waitlist here.

this event brings together geologists, architectural historians, and historians to examine the complex processes of stone sourcing and supply that shaped architectural production during the period.
Through a series of presentations and discussions, the conference will explore the complex relationships between quarrying, trade, and urban development. Key topics include:

• Quarrying techniques and supply chains
• Working conditions and daily life in quarrying communities
• The role of stone merchants in London, Dublin, and regional markets, as well as their connections to international trade networks
• Transportation practices and challenges in archival research
• The impact of stone sourcing on urban and regional identity.

Please indicate if you have any access requirements, such as ISL/English interpreting, so that we can facilitate you in attending this event. Contact: nele.luttmann@tcd.ie