Our special exhibition, Norwich Shawls, Past Glory, Present Inspiration, drew record numbers of enthusiastic visitors to The Hostry, Norwich Cathedral in October 2016.
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The Past Glory of Norwich Shawls was represented by twenty-two fine examples of Norwich's wonderful textile heritage, and it was a rare opportunity to see these privately-owned beauties. We are extremely grateful to the shawl-owners for making this event possible.
Selected contemporary textile art provided the Present Inspiration aspect of the exhibition, with wall-hangings, garments and accessories and even tea-cosies taking design cues from this rich textile heritage and its early Indian influences. Read textile expert Helen Hoyte's description of the Norwich shawl industry |