Magnus Copps
@mcoppsldn.bsky.social
Archaeologist + objects nerd - specialist in Pubs (really!) + Heritage Engagement, now with LGBTQIA+ heritage hat. Work @DigVentures as Director of Partnerships. Enjoy cats, queers, computer games etc Anglo-Icelandic
Kerching!
Looks like a great exhibition but, please can we all stop calling artefacts "treasure"? It unhelpfully prioritizes financial value over historic value. Thanks.
We're not pirates.
We don't even like parrots.
www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/whatson/muse...
We're not pirates.
We don't even like parrots.
www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/whatson/muse...
Treasure: History Unearthed
From Bronze Age gold and Viking silver to hoards of coins, discover Treasure unearthed in this new exhibition.Revealing personal stories and global connections, Treasure: History Unearthed features th...
www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
September 14, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Kerching!
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This Is Just to Say (PING)
I have eaten (PING)
the plums (PING)
that were in (PING)
the icebox (PING)
and which (PING)
you were probably(PING)
saving (PING)
for breakfast (PING)
Forgive me (PING)
they were delicious (PING)
so sweet (PING)
and so cold (PING)
I have eaten (PING)
the plums (PING)
that were in (PING)
the icebox (PING)
and which (PING)
you were probably(PING)
saving (PING)
for breakfast (PING)
Forgive me (PING)
they were delicious (PING)
so sweet (PING)
and so cold (PING)
July 7, 2025 at 8:42 PM
This Is Just to Say (PING)
I have eaten (PING)
the plums (PING)
that were in (PING)
the icebox (PING)
and which (PING)
you were probably(PING)
saving (PING)
for breakfast (PING)
Forgive me (PING)
they were delicious (PING)
so sweet (PING)
and so cold (PING)
I have eaten (PING)
the plums (PING)
that were in (PING)
the icebox (PING)
and which (PING)
you were probably(PING)
saving (PING)
for breakfast (PING)
Forgive me (PING)
they were delicious (PING)
so sweet (PING)
and so cold (PING)
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It’s Mary Anning’s birthday, so time to share @katebeaton.bsky.social’s brilliant cartoon again.
May 21, 2025 at 11:31 AM
It’s Mary Anning’s birthday, so time to share @katebeaton.bsky.social’s brilliant cartoon again.
🤣🙂🤨😱😭💀
April 1, 2025 at 1:54 PM
🤣🙂🤨😱😭💀
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The DV Trends March missive is out:
✅ Is it time to put our feet up - intentionally?
✅ How should #archaeology contribute to net zero?
✅ What archaeological artefact(s) outweighs *all living things* on Earth?
📅 Plus a ‘don't miss' event, discussing alternative/ sustainable business models
✅ Is it time to put our feet up - intentionally?
✅ How should #archaeology contribute to net zero?
✅ What archaeological artefact(s) outweighs *all living things* on Earth?
📅 Plus a ‘don't miss' event, discussing alternative/ sustainable business models
DV Trends March Newsletter
mailchi.mp
March 18, 2025 at 1:45 PM
The DV Trends March missive is out:
✅ Is it time to put our feet up - intentionally?
✅ How should #archaeology contribute to net zero?
✅ What archaeological artefact(s) outweighs *all living things* on Earth?
📅 Plus a ‘don't miss' event, discussing alternative/ sustainable business models
✅ Is it time to put our feet up - intentionally?
✅ How should #archaeology contribute to net zero?
✅ What archaeological artefact(s) outweighs *all living things* on Earth?
📅 Plus a ‘don't miss' event, discussing alternative/ sustainable business models
If you know, you know...
IDDQD
IDKFA
IDKFA
March 13, 2025 at 2:46 PM
If you know, you know...
Very excited to be repping for @digventures.bsky.social today at @heritagealliance.bsky.social #HeritageDay2025 - how nice to be welcomed to The Tower by a raven! #Livingheritage
March 5, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Very excited to be repping for @digventures.bsky.social today at @heritagealliance.bsky.social #HeritageDay2025 - how nice to be welcomed to The Tower by a raven! #Livingheritage
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Looking forward to talking about LGBTQ exhibits for children and their loved ones next week.
Join me for the @kidsinmuseums.bsky.social online conference #RethinkingMuseums Wednesday, 5 Feb.
More here:
kidsinmuseums.org.uk/what-we-do/t...
Join me for the @kidsinmuseums.bsky.social online conference #RethinkingMuseums Wednesday, 5 Feb.
More here:
kidsinmuseums.org.uk/what-we-do/t...
January 27, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Looking forward to talking about LGBTQ exhibits for children and their loved ones next week.
Join me for the @kidsinmuseums.bsky.social online conference #RethinkingMuseums Wednesday, 5 Feb.
More here:
kidsinmuseums.org.uk/what-we-do/t...
Join me for the @kidsinmuseums.bsky.social online conference #RethinkingMuseums Wednesday, 5 Feb.
More here:
kidsinmuseums.org.uk/what-we-do/t...
I'm so enjoying this Strong Winds = No Vikings logic here
Is acher in gaíth in-nocht,
fu-fúasna fairggae findfholt;
ní ágor réimm Mora Minn
dond láechraid lainn úa Lothlind.
Bitter is the wind tonight.
It tosses the ocean’s white hair
Tonight, I fear not the fierce warriors of Norway
Coursing on the Irish sea.
#StormÉowyn
fu-fúasna fairggae findfholt;
ní ágor réimm Mora Minn
dond láechraid lainn úa Lothlind.
Bitter is the wind tonight.
It tosses the ocean’s white hair
Tonight, I fear not the fierce warriors of Norway
Coursing on the Irish sea.
#StormÉowyn
January 24, 2025 at 2:41 PM
I'm so enjoying this Strong Winds = No Vikings logic here
@jameskneale.bsky.social @angelamcshane.bsky.social we need a Spud in a Pub soon please!
Similarly, we're leaning heavily on that Potato Marketing Board classic 'Spuds in Pubs'.
Choose *your* favourite 1970 filling and see hot potatoes in action at "the well-known City of London tavern The Ship and Turtle".
Choose *your* favourite 1970 filling and see hot potatoes in action at "the well-known City of London tavern The Ship and Turtle".
January 24, 2025 at 2:40 PM
@jameskneale.bsky.social @angelamcshane.bsky.social we need a Spud in a Pub soon please!
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Can’t be repeated often enough
‘The UK’s creative industries are vital to the economy. Valued at £124bn, they are worth more than the life sciences, aerospace and automotive industries combined. Arts and culture alone contribute an impressive £34.6bn.’
on.ft.com/42hzVmL
‘The UK’s creative industries are vital to the economy. Valued at £124bn, they are worth more than the life sciences, aerospace and automotive industries combined. Arts and culture alone contribute an impressive £34.6bn.’
on.ft.com/42hzVmL
The UK should take a leaf from France’s book to boost arts funding
Tax breaks for corporate sponsors can benefit the creative sector at a time of dwindling public funds
on.ft.com
January 20, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Can’t be repeated often enough
‘The UK’s creative industries are vital to the economy. Valued at £124bn, they are worth more than the life sciences, aerospace and automotive industries combined. Arts and culture alone contribute an impressive £34.6bn.’
on.ft.com/42hzVmL
‘The UK’s creative industries are vital to the economy. Valued at £124bn, they are worth more than the life sciences, aerospace and automotive industries combined. Arts and culture alone contribute an impressive £34.6bn.’
on.ft.com/42hzVmL
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Medieval Europeans drank water. Frequently. As part of a normal diet.
They also drank ale. For a variety of reasons including that it was simply enjoyable.
They also drank ale. For a variety of reasons including that it was simply enjoyable.
a squirrel is drinking from a bottle that says sierra mist
Alt: a squirrel is drinking from a bottle of water.
media.tenor.com
January 16, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Medieval Europeans drank water. Frequently. As part of a normal diet.
They also drank ale. For a variety of reasons including that it was simply enjoyable.
They also drank ale. For a variety of reasons including that it was simply enjoyable.
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✨ We're starting the year with a sparkling new lineup for #DVTrends - exploring transformative ideas and how they might apply to UK archaeology.
Up first: the Future of UK Archaeological Leadership
🗓 Date: 31 January 2025, 12 - 1pm GMT
Register:
🔴 lnkd.in/e6Q7M-bM
This one is gonna be 🔥
Up first: the Future of UK Archaeological Leadership
🗓 Date: 31 January 2025, 12 - 1pm GMT
Register:
🔴 lnkd.in/e6Q7M-bM
This one is gonna be 🔥
January 10, 2025 at 4:57 PM
✨ We're starting the year with a sparkling new lineup for #DVTrends - exploring transformative ideas and how they might apply to UK archaeology.
Up first: the Future of UK Archaeological Leadership
🗓 Date: 31 January 2025, 12 - 1pm GMT
Register:
🔴 lnkd.in/e6Q7M-bM
This one is gonna be 🔥
Up first: the Future of UK Archaeological Leadership
🗓 Date: 31 January 2025, 12 - 1pm GMT
Register:
🔴 lnkd.in/e6Q7M-bM
This one is gonna be 🔥
Such an interesting report this, though I was saddened to see that the lit review strategy was such that it didn't pick up a lot of good studies in the heritage sector. Worth a read!
Important findings today from DCMS: “any cuts to arts (inc. heritage) funding or provision have to be considered a public health risk”.
Consuming arts and culture is good for health and wellbeing, research finds www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
Consuming arts and culture is good for health and wellbeing, research finds www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
Consuming arts and culture is good for health and wellbeing, research finds
Engaging with arts improves quality of life, increases productivity and creates financial ‘dividend’
www.theguardian.com
December 18, 2024 at 3:51 PM
Such an interesting report this, though I was saddened to see that the lit review strategy was such that it didn't pick up a lot of good studies in the heritage sector. Worth a read!
I also love Peggy's work, she's a pretty amazing person whose research embraces the humanity of the people involved. This is well worth a listen!
I love Peggy's work (when is she going to be made a Prof already?!) and this podcast is a *fantastic* listen 🏺
comfortablyhungry.substack.com/p/s3-e6-the-...
comfortablyhungry.substack.com/p/s3-e6-the-...
December 16, 2024 at 11:50 AM
I also love Peggy's work, she's a pretty amazing person whose research embraces the humanity of the people involved. This is well worth a listen!
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Stekkjastaur, the first of Iceland’s 13 Yule Lads, comes down from the mountains tonight. All the children put a shoe in the window that he will put a treat or a little gift in - if they have been good that is. The bad children get a potato.
December 11, 2024 at 9:11 PM
Stekkjastaur, the first of Iceland’s 13 Yule Lads, comes down from the mountains tonight. All the children put a shoe in the window that he will put a treat or a little gift in - if they have been good that is. The bad children get a potato.
This is indeed a de-flippin-lightful read full of archival sleuthery in pursuit of an important and finely nuanced conclusion that makes a really interesting human more real and human than the archive previously allowed - loved it.
A tour-de-force of scholarship and detective work: Fara Dabhoiwala reveals that a portrait of an 18th-century Black scientist, long dismissed as a caricature, is in fact a record of the man's mastery of Newtonian physics—and the only painting made in 1759 of the return of Halley's comet.
Fara Dabhoiwala · A Man of Parts and Learning: Francis Williams Gets His Due
The only certainty about the picture is that it shows Francis Williams. No one has ever been able to discover who...
www.lrb.co.uk
November 27, 2024 at 12:25 PM
This is indeed a de-flippin-lightful read full of archival sleuthery in pursuit of an important and finely nuanced conclusion that makes a really interesting human more real and human than the archive previously allowed - loved it.
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A tour-de-force of scholarship and detective work: Fara Dabhoiwala reveals that a portrait of an 18th-century Black scientist, long dismissed as a caricature, is in fact a record of the man's mastery of Newtonian physics—and the only painting made in 1759 of the return of Halley's comet.
Fara Dabhoiwala · A Man of Parts and Learning: Francis Williams Gets His Due
The only certainty about the picture is that it shows Francis Williams. No one has ever been able to discover who...
www.lrb.co.uk
November 26, 2024 at 2:02 AM
A tour-de-force of scholarship and detective work: Fara Dabhoiwala reveals that a portrait of an 18th-century Black scientist, long dismissed as a caricature, is in fact a record of the man's mastery of Newtonian physics—and the only painting made in 1759 of the return of Halley's comet.