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Architecture in needlework samplers
Heritage Open Day: View 18th and 19th Century needlework samplers from the Kirklees Museums collection which often feature a building of local or national or religious significance. Samplers were mainly made by young girls to demonstrate their needlework skills, and today, they give us an insight into the types of stitches taught, moral values, and social expectations of women. King Solomon’s Temple was a popular design choice in the 18th and 19th centuries due to its religious significance. The maker’s home and local landmarks were also often incorporated in the design. However, there are also many personal details included about the girls who made them. Come and visit to see these intricate designs and take a glimpse at the lives of those who made them.
Sat 13 Sep to Sunday 21 September
Tolson Museum, Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire HD5 8DJ
Sat 13 Sep:1200 -1700; Sun 14 Sep:1200-1700; Sat 20 Sep:1200-1700; Sun 21 Sep:1200-1700; Free Entry.
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