Frederick the Great of Prussia, Freemason, patron of the Enlightenment, almost wed George II's daughter, but politics got in the way. Accused of treason with his gay lover Han Hermann von Katte. Forced to watch Katte's execution. Released from enforced "Statecraft" education 26 Feb 1732.

See his jewels at @OldTheatreRoyal

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It's the 300th anniversary of Anderson's book of Constitutions.

It was dedicated to the then Grand Master, 2nd Duke of Montagu by Dr. Desagulier, a former Grand Master and regular visitor to Bath, and co-author of The Constitutions. Dr. Desagulier initiated Beau Nash into Masonry.

A copy of this rare book can be seen @OldTheatreRoyal.

They are reproduced at: https://www.1723constitutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/1723-Constitutions-Complete.pdf

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Das sieht herrlich aus! Am liebsten würde ich gleich hineinspringen! Aber... vielleicht sollte ich doch besser bis zur Freibadsaison warten?

RT @KelmClassDept@twitter.com

Wow! We made it! 🛁 @RomanBathsBath@twitter.com #RomanBaths #Roma #AquaeSulis #AquaeCalidae #SanitasPerAquam #ClassicsTwitter #TeachClassics #VisitBath @NSTSchoolTrips@twitter.com

🐦🔗: https://twitter.com/KelmClassDept/status/1618975065823133697

On 16th Jan 1793, King Louis XVI of France was sentenced to death by The National Convention of France. He met Madame Guillotine on Place de la Révolution on 21st Jan.

Cecile Agathe Adelaide Riquet de Carmen was "compelled by the French Revolution to... quit her native Country". She "... took refuge in this hospitable land", or to be more precise, Bath, where she died in 1847. Her memorial stone can be seen in the @OldTheatreRoyal museum vaults.

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READ ALL ABOUT IT!

An article by one of our guides is in The Bath Magazine. It explores the many and various John Palmers connected with The Old Theatre Royal.

Read it here : https://issuu.com/mcpublishing/docs/bathmag0123/42

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Happy New Year!

@OldTheatreRoyal is open as normal from Tuesday 3rd Jan 2023.

Regular tours Tue, Wed, Thu at 11am and 2.30pm, and Sat at 2.30pm.

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The volunteers at the @OldTheatreRoyal are taking a well earned break for Christmas.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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The volunteers at the @OldTheatreRoyal are taking a well earned break for Christmas.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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#bathatchristmas

On this day, 14th December 1799, George Washington died. He was famous for being the first US President, the inability to tell lies, having wooden false teeth, and being a Freemason (as were many US founding fathers).

Find out more in the Masonic Museum at @OldTheatreRoyal

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On this day, 14th December 1799, George Washington died. He was famous for being the first US President, the inability to tell lies, having wooden false teeth, and being a Freemason (as were many US founding fathers).

Find out more in the Masonic Museum at @OldTheatreRoyal

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#museumoffreemasonry
@americanmuseumandgardens

Tours are cancelled on Tuesday 6th December, to make way for a Christmas party.

The venue is always available for events and parties. Contact enquiries@oldtheatreroyal.com for details.

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Bath looking glorious all lit up for Christmas.
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The Christmas Market cometh!!

Fancy a respite from the crowds? Need a break from shopping? Seeking a calm oasis away from the hustle? Would you prefer not to shop till you drop? Or just need to give your wallet a rest? Then, @OldTheatreRoyal is just the place for you. A quiet retreat full of artistry, mystery, Masonry and history.

Regular tours Tue, Wed, Thu 11am and 2.30pm and Sat 2.30pm

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Went for a walk around Bath at the weekend.
This is one of my favourite cities in the UK. Its small enough to walk around, beautiful architecture and has lots of independent shops.

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Opening at the Rondo Theatre in Bath next week. The Railway Children.
Tickets are flying out the door- here’s what’s left:
Thurs - 3
Fri - 27
Sat Mat - 5
Sat eve - 40

Tickets:
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/rondotheatre/the-railway-children/e-eprbag

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