Join textile lecturer Margo Singer as she talks about the patchwork quilt, as featured in Elizabeth Gaskell’s novels and in her domestic life. There’ll be chance to see the Manchester Quilt, hand-stitched here by our own Sewing Bee group.
Included in House entry
1pm - 1.45pm
Talks
Plans are like a card-house-if one gives way, all the others come rattling about your head
What a brilliant place to visit. Fantastic, really knowledgeable and passionate staff. Great for all ages. Interactive activities for all the family. Took a group of... read more
We had an extremely interesting visit to Mrs Gaskell’s house. With the help of the excellent guides it seemed possible to imagine what life would have been like there, 180... read more
Visited as part of a Literary England tour. As a literary landmark, the House is somewhat of a bust, as it has very few furnishings or writings that belonged... read more
Such an interesting house to visit, in such an unlikely area. Beautifully restored, loads of activities!
A beautiful house (inside and out) ten minutes from Oxford Road. The 197 passes the door and the 50 just round the corner. A lot going on - talks, recitals... read more
Have been past this house many times but have never visited. Now that we have joined Historic Houses then it is free to visit.
Went on International Womens' Day... read more
