While the museum may be closed to visitors over the winter months, it has been anything but quiet behind the scenes. Our winter closure is a vital time for care, conservation, and preparation — and this year has seen an … Read More
In autumn 2025, the museum commissioned Nottinghamshire-based metalwork artist Gavin Darby to create a new entrance gate for the site, replacing the current knitted rope entrance. The gate will be installed in time for the museum’s reopening on Wednesday 4 … Read More
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded funding from Heritage Crafts through their Endangered Crafts Fund, following a successful bid earlier this year. This funding marks an important step forward for our work, enabling us to commission … Read More
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Audrey Winkler, who died peacefully at Derby Heights Care Home on Sunday 7 December, aged 90. Audrey and her husband Andrew have left an enduring legacy at the Framework Knitters … Read More
The festive season got off to a wonderful start at the Framework Knitters Museum with the first of our Christmas craft events — a Knitted Wreath Workshop led by volunteer Liz and staff member Helen. Using our museum’s historic circular … Read More
We’re delighted to announce that our Museum Manager, David Longford, has been invited to speak at the WorkLab Conference 2025, taking place in Hamburg from 5–7 November. This year’s conference theme, “Workers’ Culture”, will explore how the stories, struggles, and … Read More
We’ve had a brilliant summer here at the Framework Knitters Museum, filled with hands-on heritage, creative expression, and plenty of family fun! From interactive activities to new storytelling experiences, there was something for everyone to enjoy over the school holidays. … Read More
The Framework Knitters Museum is proud to present the FWK Volunteer & Staff Exhibition, running from 5th to 29th August in the Chapel Gallery. With free entry, this inspiring exhibition offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience the creativity and … Read More
Today marked the final session in a series of training workshops for our enthusiastic new band of Volunteer Storytellers — and it ended on a high note, with each participant performing in front of their very first live audience. The … Read More
The Framework Knitters Museum has launched a new initiative to improve accessibility with the introduction of sensory backpacks for visitors with sensory needs. This project has been made possible through funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The backpacks are … Read More