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Quilt Detective – Talk & study afternoon - The history & mystery of quilts

  • The Museum in the Park Stratford Park, Stratford Road Stroud, England, GL5 4AF United Kingdom (map)

Join Jane and Peterson Cobbett for an afternoon delving into the fascinating history of quilts. This talk comes with a PowerPoint presentation and a selection of beautiful vintage quilts to study up close. It covers the fascinating history, research and social history of each quilt, also the restoration and care of, and construction methods from the Victorian period to the 1970s. If you are interested in quilts, textiles or social history, do book a place and enjoy!

This event accompanies the ‘Stitch in Time - A Story of Patchwork’ exhibition.

Tickets £9.50 (£7 concs, £5 MIP Members) tea/coffee included.

Booking required - book online here or call 01453 763394