What’s On
Costume Couture: Sixty Years of Cosprop
26 September 2025
– 8 March 2026
From A Room with a View, to Downton Abbey and Peaky Blinders, explore some of the most famous costumes from film and television.
Fabric Painting with Sarah Campbell – Introduction
27 February 2026
Spend a day learning how to hand paint on fabric, under the guidance and expertise of acclaimed textile designer Sarah Campbell.
Last Museum Late – Costume Couture
5 March 2026
Final chance to see Costume Couture: Sixty Years of Cosprop after hours before the exhibition closes.
The Material Heart: Front Line to Home Front
27 March 2026
– 13 September 2026
This fascinating display reveals two rare private collections of pin-stuck cushions dating from before and during the First World War (1914-18).
Coming Soon
Paint! Pattern! Print!
The Textiles of Susan Collier and Sarah Campbell.
27 March 2026 – 13 September 2026.Learn with us
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.