A talk on the history of Menstruation in culture and medicine - and how the stories we tell affect the way that we bleed. Features creative writing exercises to connect with our bodies, our truth, and each other.
The Wandering Womb is a talk on the history of menstruation in culture and medicine, exploring how these two worlds intersect, shape one another, and how the stories we tell affect the way we bleed. Together we'll create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for all gender identities. No need to have a period to come along for the ride! The session features guided writing exercises to help deepen bodily awareness, expression, and creativity - no writing experience is necessary to take part. It’s storytelling. It’s learning. And it’s curated with love. With Poppy Sheward-Skelton - writer and researcher.
“Poppy managed to create a wholly immersive environment - the presentation felt both engaging and personal. Myself and the others in attendance laughed, cried, and most importantly LEARNT. I couldn’t recommend this workshop enough. Unlike anything I’ve experienced before.”
“Poppy’s workshop was phenomenal. It was a unique experience that clearly had a lot of research and care behind it. I can guarantee everyone learned something new about themselves and about the world. Would highly recommend the Wandering Womb experience.”
About Poppy:
Poppy is an artist, writer, researcher and workshop facilitator working at the intersect of education, community, and art.
Poppy's work makes academic research digestible and focuses on transforming individual and collective wellbeing through learning, art, and humour.
Contact: If you have any questions regarding this exhibition, please email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk
Venue: The Chapel at St Margaret’s House, 21 Old Ford Road — E2 9PL
Access: We are working to make our Grade II listed building more accessible, but it will take some time. Please note that entry to the Chapel is not step-free. If you require access support (including our portable ramps) and/or access to an accessible toilet, please contact us on 020 8980 2092 or email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk so we can arrange this for you.
Date: Saturday 14th March
Time: 7-9pm
Tickets: Sliding scale £8 / £10 / £12 / an option for people struggling financially to reach out for ticket to join if they cannot pay.