'A Virtuous Woman' by Layla Khoo

National Trust

11 May 2024
11:00 – 15:30
See organiser for pricing
Ages 0 – 18 years

Description

Reimagine the 'Lost Embroidery' at Hardwick Hall: Join Layla Khoo and stitch the fabric of modern virtue through creative participation.

Drawing inspiration from the themes of female virtue displayed in the Noble Women embroideries, Khoo is now embarking on the creation of a new artwork. Using recycled textiles to complete the piece, visitors are encouraged to express their ideas and notions of virtue and to contemplate who embodies the qualities of a virtuous woman today.

Delving into these reflections, visitors will explore how these virtues and values can be communicated, signalling a collective aspiration for the qualities we wish to see in society.

Please note that visitor participation will only be available on the days listed in the schedule. The level of participation will change as the project evolves.

On days when Layla Khoo is not at Hardwick, the room will be open for visitors to see the progress of the lost tapestry recreation.

Last entry to the hall is at 2.45pm.

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Call 01246 850430 This event is not bookable but drop-in only.

Children welcome

This display will take place in the Museum Rooms in the Hall.

This display takes place on the ground floor in the Museum Rooms of the Hall and will be fully accessible. Please note that to view the upper floors of the hall, there is no lift available and is only accessible by stairs.

General

A celebration of tapestry, embroidery and appliqué. Discover how Bess of Hardwick’s exquisite textile collection tells her story.

Fully accessible guided group walk in the grounds of Hardwick Hall's most iconic buildings.

Explore the wider estate with our longest group walk yet! Think you can take on the 7 mile challenge?

Calling all early birds to celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day for a mindful 5am bird walk around the parkland.