Talk Schedule
Join us for our monthly talks which run from September to May each year and are held in the atmospheric Centrum Room in the Free Church, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, talks start at 7.30 pm.
Our guest speakers are renowned for their knowledge on a range of local matters including historic buildings, architecture, historical research and the history of St Ives in Cambridgeshire.
Non-members are always welcome and a donation of £3 is requested to help cover costs.
Music on the Waits - James Schouten
Music on the Waits - James Schouten
The Civic Society is honoured to sponsor this concert by James Schouten, titled "Opera to Sinatra." Canadian-born tenor James has been a distinguished performer at previous Music on the Waits events. Due to his popularity and the substantial attendance at his previo...
Heritage Open Day in St Ives
Heritage Open Day in St Ives
Heritage Open Day in St Ives is part of the nation’s annual celebration of its amazing history and culture. It’s your opportunity to see inside some of the wonderful old buildings in our town and learn about their interesting history.
The Trial of Colonel Francis Hacker
The Trial of Colonel Francis Hacker
Presented by The Field Detectives the Civic Society is delighted to host something different: a re-enactment of the trial of Colonel Francis Hacker, who was one of three of Cromwell’s soldiers instructed to execute King Charles 1.