Mudlarking on the River Thames - The Mystery of the Kennedy Name Plaque & a collection of Treasures
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- Опубликовано: 29 июн 2024
- It's always fun to have a good mudlarking mystery to solve and so can you help to solve this one. I found this name plaque marked "KENNEDY" in the Thames at Strand on the Green and would love to know where it came from! It is from a boat, a barge, a train? How old is it I wonder!?
A few weeks ago, I went mudlarking with historian and mudlark Liz Anderson. She took me to an area where I have not been before and it was great to learn so much history about the area. Afterwards, Liz showed me some of her incredible collection of Thames treasures.
Liz writes a very informative and interesting blog which you can find at amudlarksdiary.wordpress.com
You can also follow her on twitter at @liz_lizanderson and on instagram @lizanderson2
If you are wanting to try mudlarking then you do need a permit from the Port of London Authority. You can find all the details you need on their website at pla.co.uk
You can follow me on twitter and instagram @tidelineart
Thank you for watching. comments and feedback most welcome!
see you soon.
Nicola
Nicola White
www.tidelineart.com
#mudlarking #nicolawhite #tidelineart
She’s so organized-each drawer is like a little museum!
Hi Jennifer. Yes, I am in love with Liz's mudlarking finds cabinet. It made me realise how disorganised my finds are!! x
Aww-from what you’ve shared of your studio you seem to organize your finds too, but your studio has a LOT more stuff in it! You’d need a whole wall of tiny drawers for all your finds. We moved over the summer and all our bottles and shards are still in boxes and haven’t been unpacked. Watching your videos inspired us to try mudlarking where we live in the US. We don’t find as many very old things as you do (late 1800s is our best so far) but I once found a clay pipe stem, and that was pretty exciting.
It's called OCD, Freudian objects of desire. Needing to own amd display but privately
And suggest reading Elsner Cultures of collecting
@@fanroche8573 with OCD, I think liz displays traits of ASD highly intelligence, lower vocal speech, poor eye contact, highly intelligent.. I have ASD :)
I absolutely love how organised Liz has everything so carefully arranged and catalogued .It must appeal to the OCD in me!
ha ha, isn't her cabinet just fabulous!! x
You add the most beautiful nature scenes to your posts! They set your posts apart from everyone else! Thanks for the chance to see them.
Thank you Carolyn. That's so kind of you to say. At Strand on the Green there was so much beatiful wildlife.xx
Loved this! Ms. Anderson's cabinet of treasures is quite an inspiration! I may "borrow" her idea and display some of my finds in a little wooden cabinet I've been saving for just the right project.
Hello! Thank you. Im delighted that you are inspired. Yes, Liz's cabinet is wonderful isn't it. Do send photos of your new arranged finds!! xx
Missing Simon today but so excited to see you Nicola. 🤗
Thanks Roxanne. Dont worry our Simon will be back soon xx
Another fantastic episode, so many interesting things. The small figure in Liz's collection is a ''grotesque'' not a gargoyle. A gargoyle is a water spout, some are in the form of grotesques. Looking forward to the next Kennedy instalment.
Hi Jane. Brilliant. Thank you! That is so interesting and Im now going to be looking them up! xx
Can’t wait to see how the name plate plays out. My Sunday morning is now complete. I’ve happily watched your video! ❣️ Blessings to you.
Thanks Danella. Have a lovely afternoon. much love xx
When you pulled the Kennedy sign, my first thought was that is was a house placard, so I'm thinking the author's proximity does explain the origins. Perhaps local news papers have pictures, in conjunction with author articles, that could confirm.
Thank you! I am going to try to find out more and will definitely approach the local media. It just seems too much of a coincidence to me, that she lived just a few hundred yards from where I found that plaque. xx
This Kennedy plaque is very beautiful. And so big!
Thanks Fred. yes, isn't it amazing!!
Beautiful so beautiful…thank you. From across the Atlantic! We love our beaches here in SC. Surfside Beach 🏖 SC…I so enjoy ur videos. I learn so much…thank you for wearing gloves 🧤!
Thanks Mike. Lots of love Nicola xx
That first piece of bone that Liz picked up looks like a chunk of oxtail bone. Ox tails are sliced/chopped into short lengths like that for making them into ox-tail soup or braised oxtails, which are really delicious! When I buy an oxtail to cook with, it comes already cut into pieces exactly the same thickness as that bone, and 18th and 19th century cookbooks instruct you to slice the oxtail that way.
Thank you!
Ooh I’m looking forward to watching this 🌹 thanks nicola for sharing your beautiful life xx
Thank you for watching. I had a beautiful day with Liz (not all days are as beautiful!)
Nice to have a historian on this episode 😁. As always, I enjoyed the episode, which was part treasure hunting and part wildlife documentary 🦢
Thank you! xx
The Canadian geese are coming to my house! Yes I have a whole flock in my yard! I seem to have a little group that comes every year and they actually will come up close to my door because I know that I have oatmeal for them. So maybe they’re just coming to my house here in Surfside Beach South Carolina! Lol 😂
I waved some geese off about 5 days ago.. maybe they’re with you now 😄 Nottinghamshire England 🏴
Hi Mike! the ones that aren't at your house are here with me!! xx
We had a pair living on our winter pool cover during the spring here in Ontario, Canada🇨🇦
I have a small flock that roosts south of my house and fly overhead every morning and evening. They fly to a small pond in a local park that is about 1/4 mile north. I love them!
In Iowa we call them 'lawn carp', they can crap pounds a day and are very aggressive.
How lovely that two of my fav mudlarks had an expedition together, and on such an interesting part of the river.
Yay! Haven't even watched yet, but you have already brought calm to my Sunday!!!
Add a big cup of tea and the sound of mowers in the sunshine....
ah you're too kind Dana xx
@@nicolawhitemudlark -- Hah! Well -- I'm just sitting here on my backside watching you and Liz do all of the work! :-) You are the kind one to go to all of the work to share your adventures, your finds, your friends -- and your great videos of your surroundings -- edit them and upload them for all of us to enjoy! That section of the Thames seems so serene and peaceful compared to the busier "downtown" section -- yet it is only a few miles away.
@@constancemiller3753 -- Well, I always have a big mug of (English-style) tea nearby!!! Today no mowers -- very pleasant (mid-70's (F)) and mostly sunny. Great day for going out and shooting film in vintage cameras -- after watching Nicola of course!!!
WOW! What a delight this visit was! Thank you so much!
I love how calm you are when encountering wildlife. I imagine the wildlife appreciate it, too!
Wow!! What an awesomely organized collection❤ thank you both for taking the time to share your passion and love of history and tiny old things with us❤
My greetigs to you and your beloved ones. Wat a beautiful collection of collections, truly a museum in a chest of drawers. The interest the lady have in keeping history alive insired me even more than I already had. It's nice to know I'm not the only history buff. LOL.
It brightens my day that you were even pleased to see the rat all creatures great and small .... Your such nice people thankyou
Amazing Adventure, Nicola & Liz! The Kennedy signe is lovely, I’ll say it’s definitely from a boat too. ⚓️⛵️ Wow!! Liz has a amazing collection of muddy goodies
Thanks Adam! we must get together for another video soon.
Love the way the finds are displayed in the cases. Greetings from California. 🌞🇺🇸
I smile everytime one of your videos begins! I truly appreciate everything you do!! THANKS SO VERY MUCH!
Thanks Jeremy! ❤️
So good to have you back Nicola and in an interesting location with a very knowledgeable companion . You've got some really nice wildlife shots particularly around the bridge and the geese in flight
As for the Kennedy sign could it be associated with that memorial near Runnymede which is in actual fact part of the USA ..perhaps aroad sign paired with another sign like Lane, Road, Avenue etc.Really looking forward to the vlog on your talk at the Thames festival.Till next time take care dear Nicola you were missed even though we knew what you were up to.XXX
Thank you dear Ralph! I am going to look into your theory which sounds very interesting indeed! hugs, Nicola xx
So wonderful to know there are people out there who care about history.
Your friend's artistic way of organizing her collections is outstanding! Enjoyed it a lot!
Thanks Patty! Yes, Liz has such a beautiful collection xx
Nicola, thank you for that outing with your friend Liz, looks like the both of you had a very good time, as I enjoyed watching it, cheers.
Liz is sooo organized as I’ll never be.
Thank you again for another wonderful video - just love them-
That lovely cabinet of Liz's is the envy of every collector! So kind of her to share her fabulous finds.
I love the way Liz has organised her finds in the drawers! Everything does look so artistic and appealing when laid out that way and what a lovely lady too. Looks like you had lots of fun.
Thanks Laura. Yes, I love the way Liz has organised all her finds too. So satisfying! xx
Thank-you Nicola, this is a wonderful video. Amazing to see Liz’s treasures!
Now I've have had some Nic time I can now take a lovely nap!😴💤. Swimming sounds good after my long hot summer here in Eastern Washington State. I'm always in love with the history. Blessings Nic
Thank you. Sending you blessings back xx
@Jerriann Roberts It has been hot over there! I'm in Seattle & we're having our first fall day today. You all will be glad about the cooling weather, but summer was too short for me. Greetings from the Sound! 👋🏼🙋🏽♀️✌🏽
Fabulous, thank you for introducing us to Liz!
an excellent history lesson that looks like it was fun to be part of
Her collection and displays are absolutely fantastic! Thanks for sharing Nicola!
Liz's collection was so beautifully organised! I loved seeing it
Fascinating woman . She was full of interesting information , loved your Kennedy sign and I want her to come organise my finds !! Lol x
Thank you Sarah! And ha ha yes, we all need a Liz in our life to organise our finds xx
Great video Nicola!!!
Thanks!!
Thanks Tom! xx
Incredible collections, organized beautifully in drawers! Thanks for great photos!
Wow! What a collection! Amazing!
isn't it!?x
Loved this!!! Her collections are amazing🌟👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
That was just wonderful! Thank you for taking us there…and her finds drawers were so beautifully done…..each one a piece of ART! 🤩. Art with a purpose…… 🙏🏻
This was so interesting to see all the finds together like that! Thank you!
Excellent video! Loved Liz and you both. Thank you for continuing to make videos. The time and effort is greatly appreciated.
Lisa--North Carolina, USA
Thanks Lisa. Im so glad you enjoyed it. xx
What a fabulour woman and she is definitely OCD. Those arrangements are spectacular. Loved this vlog, Nicola. Best to you, Jane, Philadelphia
Thank you for bringing us along Nicole
That was so interesting. Liz's collection is so neat and arranged interestingly to look at. She is a fount of info. Loved seeing those historic buildings. Thanx Nicola, that was so interesting.🤗
This was a wonderful delightful video. Two knowledgeable women of history! Really enjoyed listening to Liz and seeing her collections.
I really enjoyed seeing your friend Liz's collection! Beautifully displayed! Looks very like you both had a great time. I think the plaque may be a bit heavy for a boat, but rather looks like something from a house. Have a great week😂 can't wait to see your Thames festival presentation!
Thanks very much Karen. Im glad you said that about the weight of the plaque. That is my thought too. Glad you enjoyed the collection. Liz has some amazing finds xx
I really appreciate that your videos are so timeless. Whether from 6 hrs ago or 6 months they are always interesting and full of history. Also love all of the natural environment that you include. You are a very talented videographer.
Great little lark. Love the Kennedy sign and wow how organised is Liz! I’m love the cabinet with all her amazing treasures ❤️
Thank you for your blog. I found it around 2 years ago. From yours I started following Simon's bling also. Both make my day whenever I watch them. I daydream about visiting the Thames now slot. My great great grandfather was a shipbuilder from Shoreditch so I have a little connection. Thankyou
What a relaxing video. Her organization was outstanding… when she opened a drawer it took my breath away. I could listen to her explain history for hours. Well done.
Susan Boon here - that was lovely, thanks, Nicola. Looking forward to the ThamesTalk video. For some reason I think the plaque is more likely a place/person name or rather than a boat or a train name. It seems to announce who resides within, rather than the name of the residence itself (ie The Kennedy). Of course, I could just be making it up as I go along! Finally - you folks are much more trusting of Canada geese than we Canadians are! I've been chased by geese before -they are scary, and I give them a wide berth!
Thanks Susan! I appreciate your thoughts on the plaque. I too think it is too heavy for a boat. As for the geese - that's funny as you're not the first person who has said that. Maybe they are more polite when they are here for some reason :) xx
I love seeing all the cool things you find.
Liz has a wonderful selection of finds.... A little museum in a box. So interesting 💕👍
Fabulous video. Thank you to you and Liz; wonderful 😊
I wondered what the excitement was about regarding the organized treasures and the ‘drawers’. Now I know and WOW. That is an impressive treasure trove! So glad she shared it with all of us. Thank her for me!
Awesome video again Nicola. Thank you! I am now a fan of Liz too. 💖
Loved this video!!! I always learn something new about something old!!!! And the music and birds!!!!!! Kudos to you Nicola for another masterpiece!!!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇬🇧🇬🇧🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️🦋🐞🌻🦋🌼🧚🏿♂️🇬🇧🦋❤️
What a brilliant video - so interesting and informative. It must be great to have all that historical knowledge to know what you might expect to find, to assist with identification of objects and to be able place finds in their context too. I love Liz's very organised display too - how easy to just find and enjoy the 'treasures' over and over. Thank you for this thoroughly enjoyable collaboration. Love all your stuff Nicola but will definitely be following Liz too from now :-)
Such a pretty stretch of the river! Many thanks to Liz for sharing her finds with us, it was exciting to see all her treasures.
Hello 👋 how are you doing today’’
I love her stories !!
Thank you for sharing your adventures with us,many many blessings to you.🌹
Thank you for introducing Liz Anderson. A wonderfully informative lady and I really enjoyed the emotive stories behind many of her finds. Well done 👌👍🇦🇺
A very interesting and relaxing video to watch late evening when all is quiet and peaceful. Many thanks from Wendi 🌻
Amazing video Nicola... So much history I have learned from you. I enjoy looking at other Mudlarkers treasures, and everyone has their favorites. Take care and stay safe.
Thanks Nicola for sharing you outing and all of Liz's wonderful finds.
Thanks Debbie. Im so glad you enjoyed it. It was fab to spend the day with Liz xx
What a beautiful area and a lot of happy wildlife. Thank you for introducing this lady to us Nicola she sounds like she will be a valuable resource. Glad your speech went well.
Great duo on the river, great reveal on her collection - thank you.
Thank you Nicola and Liz, what a splendid video, so interesting.
Thank you Pauline xx
what a lovely video, The finds, the birds, beautiful scenery! wonderful display of Liz's. Well, you've made my Sunday morning! Sending love from Santa Cruz, Californie
Thank you very much. What a lovely comment. You have made my day too xx
What a excellent segment💜
Queen of the mudlarkers knox it out of the park! OUTSTANDING!
Thanks Norm. That is so kind of you. You've made my evening - much love xx
Those seagulls should flock right off!
A seriously wonderful experience! Thank you girls for the historical adventure ❤️from🇺🇸
Thanks so much Nicola. A really interesting video. It was useful taking an historian along to get a context on that locality. I always enjoy your stuff.
That was superb Nicola! Great to see Liz's fantastic collections, I will certainly be having a closer look at her various sites. Thank you both for posting.
Thank you Padraic, Im so glad you enjoyed! I appreciate your feedback greatly xx
What a collection! Thank you for sharing it!
Thanks Lisa. Glad you enjoyed it xx
What a great video! A nice mixture of finds, scenery, and great history. Loved it!
Thank you Sharon xx
hi Nicola trains is one of my hobbies for over 40 years there has never been a train or steam engine named KENNEDY , Iv looked in one of my train books called train name plate of every British steam & diesel engines . so my guess it must be of a small boat fantastic video keep up the good work
Thank you very much! That's so useful to know x
Another delightful collaboration - Thames Mudlarks must be some of the funest folk! Used to like to walk down there when I lived in Chiswick - in fact I lived on the river or a couple blocks from it for most of my 6-yrs in London - if I'd known then what I know now I probably would have spent more time mucking about in the muck rather than fighting the crowds on Regent & Oxford Streets! Very nice lark, Nicola & Liz.
Thank you x
Awesome video, thank you for sharing and your friend Liz’s collection too. Take care and stay safe and well 👏👏👍👍🥰🥰💖💖
Lm a vet also thankyou for what your dad service thank you for your praise for vet and those serving. Keep finding good stuff to share with us
These vids have completely relaxed me .Nicola is so calm and interesting. I only started watching about 6 weeks ago and I'm completely hooked. I live in southend on sea which as you know is the Thames estuary. I'm going to start looking for bits at one of our beaches which is only just up the road. Keep making the vids.x
I am pleased I found your channel. I am enjoying watching your very interesting videos of you mud larking.
Thank you Raymond! I'm glad you found my channel too. Welcome!
Simply, thank you. What a treat that was.
P.s. I'm not a very organised person, like Liz is. But I'm flexible!
Beautiful day to be at the river! Thank you to Liz for sharing her collection.
Hello 👋 how are you doing today’’
Absolutely breathtaking finds.
A great offering this week, Liz Anderson is so knowledgeable and her collections are so nice and beautifully displayed. A pleasure to watch, a great place as well, hope you find out more about the Kennedy plaque, a real mystery. Have a good week Nicola.
Thank you for including all the bits of video or the wildlife you see along the river. Adds to understanding the atmosphere and lure of the Thames.
Thanks Donna. really appreciate this feedback xx
That was fun, always exciting to learn new things, I loved the key. Thank you for sharing Nic, absolutely awesome. 🇨🇦🍁🐘🧡🤗
Thank you Marion. Glad you enjoyed. I hope you're doing well. Love Nicola xx
Such an amazing collection!
Wonderful video, nice to see such a collection of Thames Treasures. I feel like I've been to a museum today! Thank you.
Jan, I totally agree. Her organization and cataloging are so special. One can see how important her finds are to her. Super special.
Hello 👋 how are you doing today’’
Liz is definitely organized. A place for everything and everything in it's place. 👍
Such a nice outing! Liz has a lovely collection:) Thanks so much for sharing:)
Thank you Kathi. So glad you enjoyed it
That was a gorgeous video, Nicola! Liz is almost as good as you, out there. Very organised. You’ll have to keep an eye out for a map/plan cupboard. What a great way to keep and display all your wonderful finds. I also really love the way you lead me into tranquility with the lovely music (presumably done by Angelo) and taking me away from my COVID blues. It works a real treat. That Kennedy sign - the first thing I thought was…. Thomas the Tank! Train - definitely, me thinks. Thanks for a lovely hour or so. Gosh I look forward to what you post!
Thank you Yvonne. So glad you enjoyed it xx
Much needed today Nicola!
lots of love to you Shirley xx