Quilt Museum and Gallery Events
The Quilt Museum and Gallery has an exciting programme of events taking place this year. There is something for everyone, including lunchtime talks and lectures on collections, textiles workshops for adults and children and gallery demonstrations.
Booking is essential for events that take place in the education room so please contact us to book your place and avoid disappointment.
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Guest Exhibition from the York and District Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers
Tuesday, 13 July - Saturday, 28 August 2010
Come see a small exhibition of work from local members of the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers in the Aldwark Gallery.
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Make Do and Mend Skills Course
Wednesday, 28 July - Wednesday, 18 August 2010
A brilliant 'Make Do and Mend' inspired course for all adult learners who want to be more self-sufficient!
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Summer Holiday Workshops
Thursday, 29 July - Thursday, 12 August 2010
Summer Holiday workshops for young people aged 7-15yrs.
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Quilters' Retreat with Janice Gunner - Cancelled
Saturday, 14 - Sunday, 15 August 2010
Due to unforseen circumstances this event is now cancelled. 'Curves in the Cabin 2' with recycled fabrics 2 day, weekend quilters' retreat at the historic St...
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Sewing in Wartime and the Canadian Red Cross Quilts - Gallery tour with Dr Anna Mansi
Wednesday, 18 August 2010 | 14:00 pm - 15:00 pm
A special tour around our current exhibition with Red Cross Quilt expert Dr Anna Mansi.
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'Sweetie Paper' Evening Bags - Adult Learning Workshop
Friday, 20 August 2010 | 10:00 am - 16:00 pm
A Make Do and Mend inspired workshop for adult learners in which you will make your own recycled sweetie paper evening clutch bag to take home!
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Fabric Fun for Families
Thursday, 26 - Friday, 27 August 2010
Free, drop-in workshops for tots to tens and their families. No booking necessary, places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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'Under African Skies' - Gallery talk with Magie Relph
Wednesday, 1 September 2010 | 12:00 pm - 13:00 pm
Gallery talk with guest curator of the 'Under African Skies' exhibition, Magie Relph.
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Heritage Open Days - Tours of St Anthony's Hall
Thursday, 9 - Saturday, 11 September 2010
Join us for a free guided tour of St Anthony's Hall, home of the Quilt Museum.
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'Free Cut, Mix and Sew Quilt' Workshop with Dorita
Saturday, 11 September 2010 | 10:00 am - 16:00 pm
One-day adult learning workshop with Dorita Smith
