The dying art of market pitching

Location: Kings College Centre, University of Aberdeen, AB24 3UB. Photography exhibition to be held in the Upper Gallery, James Mackay Hall, Kings College Centre.
Date and time:

  • Photography exhibition: 3 November-8 December, 9.00-18.00 (except Sundays) 
  • Lecture/discussion: 8 November, 18.00-20.00
  • Other events: 3-10 November, times TBA.

This event comprises a photographic exhibition of British street market traders and 'pitch people' and a public lecture / discussion session on the 'Language, lessons and legacy of the dying art of market pitching'. An additional session, specifically for secondary schools, will also be held. An online version of this exhibition will be available at www.marketpitching.com.

Further information

Google map link to: AB24 3UB
Email: c.s.clark@abdn.ac.uk
Telephone: 01224 272174
Website:www.marketpitching.com (available from mid-October)
Organised by: Dr Colin S Clark, University of Aberdeen