BTB25 Talk: Innovations in 19th & 20th Century Textiles

Study Visit - Innovations in 19th Century Textiles

To coincide with this year's British Textile Biennial themes of Invention and Innovation this talk by Gawthorpe Textiles Collection Curator Rachel Midgley will explore examples of innovations that shaped the textile industry and fashions from the early 19th century through to the mid 20th century. We’ll discuss advances in technology such as the Bobbinet, Jacquard, Leavers, Cornely machines, new processes for dyeing and printing and the development of some key synthetic fibres. The talk will feature items of costume, embroidery, lace, patchwork and more from the Gawthorpe Textiles Collection. 

 After the talk guests will divide into two groups - one will visit the collection store for a behind the scenes tour whilst the other group will have the chance to look at a small selection of items relevant to the talk in detail. The two groups will then swap over so each group gets to do both.

A selection of hot and cold drinks will be available at the beginning of the talk and are included in the price.

On the Day

Please make sure to arrive between 10:15 and 10:30am.

One of our team will meet you at Reception, will direct you through to our Studio where the talk will take place.

Refreshments

A selection of hot and cold drinks will be available at the beginning of the talk and are included in the price.

The Venue

This workshop will take place at Gawthorpe Textiles Collection’s venue at Northlight House, a converted textile mill in Brierfield, Lancashire.

There is free car parking available on site, and we are just across the road from Brierfield train station. There is step-free access from the street or car park to our Studio and Store but please be aware there are areas of the car park which have a moderate slope to them.

You can find further details on our venue, including how to find us, on our website: www.gawthorpetextiles.org.uk

Room Accessibility

The spaces where the talk and tour take place both have step free access and wide doorways. There are accessible toilets on site close to the Studio.

If you have any further questions about accessibility, please get in touch with us on 01282 773963 before booking and we will be happy to discuss them with you.

Questions?

If you need any further information, please email us at events@gawthorpetextiles.org.uk and we will be happy to help.