Thursday Talk to Explore Anne Brontë’s Literary Courage

Examining the overlooked legacy of Anne Brontë

The Brontë Parsonage Museum will host an online event titled Thursday Talk: Anne Brontë Courage to Speak the Truth on 18 June 2026. The talk aims to shed light on Anne Brontë’s contributions to literature and her willingness to address controversial subjects through her work.

Event details

• Date and time: Thursday, 18 June 2026, 19:30–20:30
• Location: Online event hosted by The Brontë Parsonage Museum
• Ticket price: £6 for general admission

Tickets for the event can be purchased in advance through the museum’s website.

Focus of the talk

During her lifetime, Anne Brontë was often regarded as the youngest and least prominent of the Brontë siblings, with her literary achievements frequently overshadowed by those of Charlotte and Emily Brontë. This talk will explore how Anne’s qualities and courage are gaining recognition among contemporary audiences and Brontë enthusiasts.

The discussion will highlight Anne Brontë’s determination to confront difficult and sometimes contentious topics in her writing, regardless of the personal consequences she faced. Her work is noted for its frankness and moral integrity, which challenged social norms of her time.

About The Brontë Parsonage Museum

The museum, located on Church Street in Haworth (postcode BD22 8DR), is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Brontë family and offers a range of events and exhibitions related to their lives and works.

Related events in the Bradford area

• Bradford Literature Festival 2026: 3–12 July 2026 at the University of Bradford
• Single White Female: 12–16 May 2026 at The Alhambra Theatre
• OUR TURN: Our Past, Present and Future: 10 October 2025 – 1 February 2026 at South Square Arts & Crafts (free community exhibition)
• An evening with Elly Griffiths – The Killing Time: 10 March 2026 at Wave of Nostalgia, Haworth

For further information and to book tickets, visit The Brontë Parsonage Museum event page.