Winchester College

WINCHESTER BIBLES EXHIBITION

An exhibition to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the publication of the King James Bible has been officially opened. The Warden presided. The Fellows' Librarian welcomed 70 guests, who included Fellows of the College, descendants of the Winchester translators of the KJV, scholars and bibliophiles. The exhibition, consiting not only of the College's copy of the first edition of the KJV, but also bibles in other languages and their scholarly apparatus held in the Fellows' Library, which form a unique collection of printed books, was introduced by Paul Quarrie FSA, who curated the exhibition and wrote the catalogue. An Occasional Address was given by Sir Jeremy Morse OW, former Warden of Winchester.

The exhibition, which is open to the public, will continue until 23 September.

Tickets must be reserved in advance by telephone on 01962 857275 or online at www.tickets.winchester-cathedral.org.uk