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The C&TA was established in 1989. Through our activities members work to raise the profile of the rich textile heritage of Norwich and Norfolk. We organise regular talks, shows and other events and online presentations. We work closely with the Norfolk Museums Service. Over £120,000 of C&TA funds has enabled the Museums Service to enrich and expand its textile collections and further develop visitor facilities. We collaborate with many organisations to expand knowledge and research into heritage textiles and keep alive the skills and traditions of the textile industry today. We also seek to showcase the work of contemporary crafts people whose inspiration comes from our local heritage. We work with textile students at Norwich University of the Arts, running several competitions and awards to encourage and develop young designers and makers. We encourage ecological sustainablility and promote inclusion and wellbeing. The C&TA Resource Collection: Since its inception Costume and Textile Association has acquired its own independent collection of costume, accessories and textiles. Much of the collection has been donated by members and friends passing on favourite but no longer wanted pieces from their own wardrobes. This resource collection is made available for the association's exhibitions, workshops and vintage fashion shows to raise funds and aid research. Please Note: This is not the same as the collection of more than 32,000 items British clothing, accessories, needlecrafts and home furnishings dating from the 18th century to the present day (including around 200 Norwich Shawls) held by the Costume and Textile department of the Norfolk Museums Service: |
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C&TA Mission Statement
The C&TA is an independent charity seeking to promote the unique costume and textile heritage of Norwich and Norfolk and the collection of the Norfolk Museums Service.
The C&TA aims to advance the education of the public in the history and development of costumes and textiles and the history and development of the costume and textiles industries and trades in Norfolk and Norwich, in particular but not exclusively through:
a) the provision of public events, talks, displays and activities which promote a greater understanding of the history and manufacture of costumes and textiles in general;
b) the provision of financial and other assistance to support the presentation and development of the Norfolk Museums Service's costume and textile collection;
c) the promotion of research, the useful results of which will be published for the public benefit;
d) the award of bursaries, prizes and grants to support students of textiles and fashion.
Find out about the donations we have made so far
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C&TA Constitution
For a full copy of the 2022 Constitution click here.
Data Protection Policy
The C&TA needs to hold personal information about those who are members of the association for the purposes of;
- collection of membership fees
- notification to members of events being organised
- contacts with volunteers who have offered to help with events and activities
- sending out information about other events and activities the C&TA has been informed of
- contact by committee members related to the general day today activities of the C&TA
- other purposes related to the charitable aims of the organisation
The legal base for holding this information is that consent has been given.
Members will be asked to confirm they are happy for us to hold their details for the above purposes.
Officers
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President: Vanessa Trevelyan
Honorary Life President: Jean Smith Vice Presidents: Derek James, Jeanne Southgate, Joy Evitt Chair: Caroline Whiting Vice Chair: Pippa Lacey Secretary and Data Protection: Pauline White Membership: Juliet Watts Treasurer: Eunice Warren Events: Barbara Coe, Mandy Jackson Zoom Events: Pippa Lacey, Prue Smith, Caroline Whiting |
Website: Caroline Whiting, Jenny Fletcher Volunteer Coordinator: Barbara Coe Publicity and Archivist: Mandy Johnson NUA Coordinator: Stephen Worth Social Media: Pippa Lacey Press/PR: Caroline Whiting Editor of Miscellany: Jenny Fletcher Sales Admin: Deirdre Bailey, Prue Smith Resource Collection co-ordinator: Prue Smith Non-committee roles: Bursary Coordinator: Ksynia Marko Resource Collection: Isobel Auker, Stephen Shayler. Bridget Fulcher |