Textiles: The Art of Mankind

Celebrates the ancient and deep entanglement between textiles, people and our world.

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Textiles: The Art of Mankind

28 March 2025

– 7 September 2025

Celebrates the ancient and deep entanglement between textiles, people and our world.

Young Designers Fashion Collection

17 April 2025

Design your own collection inspired by one of our previous exhibitions.

Fabric Painting with Sarah Campbell – Stencils

22 April 2025

Explore fabric painting using stencilling techniques under the guidance of legendary textile designer Sarah Campbell in this 1-day workshop.

The Colour of Clothes – Fashion and Dress in Autochromes 1907-1930

24 April 2025

Join fashion historian, lecturer, and author Cally Blackman in conversation as we mark the publication of her new book The Colour of Clothes.

Thursday Fizz!

24 April 2025

Kick off your weekend early and join us for a special Thursday evening late night opening of Textiles: The Art of Mankind!

Copy Your Clothes

25 April 2025

Learn the skills used by couture fashion houses to copy elements of historical garments without the need to pull them apart.

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Textiles: The Art of Mankind

Celebrates the ancient and deep entanglement between textiles, people and our world.

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We offer a varied and inspiring programme of talks, courses and workshops, onsite and online, for all ages and levels to satisfy the fashionista within you.Learn more about your own textiles and breathe new life into your wardrobe. Explore the hidden stories behind our exhibitions as our experts uncover the inspirations that drive the world’s best designers and makers.

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