Rowntree family's political history to be explored in York talk

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 06:05 · Archive

The Rowntree Society is hosting a lecture examining the political ideas that influenced the famous York chocolate-making family.

The Rowntree Society is hosting a public lecture examining the political influences that shaped one of York's most famous families. The talk, titled The Politics Behind the Chocolate, takes place at the De Grey Lecture Theatre at York St John University on Saturday, 31 October, from 2pm to 4pm.

The Rowntrees are widely known for their work in chocolate, Quaker beliefs and social reform. However, the political ideas that underpinned their actions are less widely understood. The event will explore the family's involvement with Liberal politics, their engagement with socialist ideas, and the broader political landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Nick Smith, executive director at The Rowntree Society, said the family name is familiar across York but there is always more to discover about the ideas that influenced them. Research carried out by one of the society's summer interns has helped shape the event. Admission is free, but booking is essential.

How it is being reported

• Hidden political history of York's famous Rowntree family to be revealedThe Rowntree Society is hosting a talk titled The Politics Behind the Chocolate later this month.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 14 Oct, 05:00
• Hidden political history of York's famous Rowntree family to be revealedThe Rowntree Society is hosting a talk titled The Politics Behind the Chocolate later this month.The Press (York) · 14 Oct, 05:00

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