William and Mary Tercentenary Celebration 1688-1988: Celebration of the Glorious Revolution
Throughout Britain and the Netherlands, events are being held during 1988/89 to commemorate the achievements of the Prince of Orange, who in 1688 became William III, joint sovereign of Britain with his Queen Mary II. The principal part of the celebration of the success of William and Mary to be held in Kent will be an exhibition staged in the Crypt of Penshurst Place from the end of May to the 25th September.
This historical exhibition will trace the origins and consequences of the Revolution of 1688-89 and relations between England and the Netherlands in the preceding century.
In the exhibition, portraits, books, and documents will be shown, while Dutch craftsmanship or influence will be illustrated by examples of pottery, glass, and silver. Many of the exhibits will be lent by Lord De L'Isle from his own collection, but there will be a great many items of interest from other sources.
At Penshurst, its special significance lies in the association of the Sidney family with some of the important national events which preceded the fall of James II and the succession of his nephew and son-in-law, the Prince of Orange as William III.
The exhibition will be open daily except Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and admission will be included in the House ticket costing £2.75 for adults, OAPs £2.00, and children £1.50. Special group rates are available for parties over 20 in number.
It is hoped by the organizers that members of the KAS will take this opportunity to visit this exhibition marking events of great historical significance.
