British Archaeological Association
About the BAA
Bringing together architecture, art and archaeology since 1843.
The British Archaeological Association was founded to promote the study of archaeology, art and architecture and the preservation of our national antiquities. It encourages original research and publishes new work on the history of architecture, art and antiquities of Roman to post-medieval date. Learn more
John Jenkins’ reconstruction of the shrine of Thomas Becket at Canterbury Cathedral, published in The Journal of the British Archaeological Association.
In celebration of the feast of Thomas Becket and the 800th anniversary of the creation of his shrine, the 2020 edition of The Journal of the British Archaeological Association is a special issue focused on Becket. On 7 July 2020, John Jenkins’ article with a proposed reconstruction of the shrine (shown above) has been published in advance of the full issue. Members may wish to discuss the article and reconstruction on our forums.
The Times, ‘Thomas Becket’s casket is digitally reconstructed’
Kent Online, ‘Shrine of Saint Thomas Becket digitally reconstructed 800 years after his body moved to Canterbury Cathedral’
Rachel Koopman’s article, ‘Gifts of Thomas Becket’s Clothing Made by the Monks of Canterbury Cathedral‘ is also now available online.
Upcoming events
| Event | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Next Lecture | 7 Oct 2020 | The Fabric Accounts of St Stephen’s Chapel, Westminster |
| Next Conference | 20 Apr 2021 | The Year 1000 in Romanesque Art and Architecture |
New & updated publications
- Annual Journal, Vol. 173, 2020 ed. by Dr Tom Nickson
- Romanesque Saints, Shrines and Pilgrimage ed. by John McNeill and Richard Plant
- Annual Journal, Vol. 172, 2019 ed. by Dr Tom Nickson