Professional cricket from the mid-nineteenth century to the outbreak of the First World War was dominated by Nottinghamshire men, largely due to the prevalence of framework knitters or stockingers, as they were commonly known. Whilst framework knitters were busy in … Read More
Alicia Best from the US and Robert Jackson from the UK met while busking on the cobbled streets of Ireland and discovered both a musical and personal harmony that was serendipitous. In the decade since forming A Different Thread, Best … Read More
Join the Friends of the Framework Knitters Museum for an entertaining and informative talk exploring the fascinating history of Nottingham's Theatre Royal. Presented by a team of Friends of the Museum volunteers, this illustrated talk will explore the story of … Read More
Come along to this introduction to glass fusion workshop at the stunning Framework Knitters Museum in Ruddington. Each session is standalone, and no experience is necessary. Artwork is taken away for firing in a kiln, and you will be contacted … Read More
Join Hansons Auctioneers at the Framework Knitters Museum for a free valuation day. Whether you have antiques, jewellery, watches, fine art, coins, collectibles or military items, Hansons’ experienced valuers will be on hand to offer expert advice and discuss the … Read More
LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS NOW REMAINING! An Audience without Jake Thackray celebrates the life, songs and wonderful wordsmithery of the great Yorkshire chansonnier, Jake Thackray, a unique talent, whose songs are full of poetry, wit, irreverence and humanity. He … Read More
Come along to this relaxing and friendly festive themed glass fusion workshop the stunning Framework Knitters Museum in Ruddington. After a short talk, you will learn how to use the basic tools and about the different forms of glass. Each … Read More
We are delighted to welcome back mixed-media artist Jenny Stevenson to the Framework Knitters Museum, with this new and bespoke workshop for the autumn season. Participants have the opportunity to create a mixed-media collage inspired by Ruddington’s framework knitting and … Read More
This year's winter exhibition in our Chapel Gallery will feature a variety of lace, ranging from modern-day to over a hundred years old. The exhibition will combine pieces from the UK, plus examples from many countries showing distinct variation. Each … Read More
As part of our Countdown to Christmas workshops, join us for a fun and festive session, where you’ll discover the relaxing and creative craft of needle felting. With guidance from Regan from Mill Lane Felting, you’ll create your own needle felted … Read More
Join Hansons Auctioneers at the Framework Knitters Museum for a free valuation day. Whether you have antiques, jewellery, watches, fine art, coins, collectibles or military items, Hansons’ experienced valuers will be on hand to offer expert advice and discuss the … Read More
As part of our Countdown to Christmas workshops, join us for a fun and festive session, where you’ll discover the relaxing and creative craft of needle felting. With guidance from Regan from Mill Lane Felting, you’ll create your own needle felted … Read More