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The museum will close to the public on 13 December 2025. Plans for the future will be announced next year. View Statement here.

November: Wednesday to Saturday, 10am – 5pm, last admission 4pm

December: Wed – Sat, 10am-2pm, last admission 1pm

Small Visitor Attraction of the Year award

Quaker Tapestry Museum

Social history stories told through stitch

Small Visitor Attraction of the Year 2025

Live Adventurously

Discover the Quakers’ origins and their impact on society

From the scientific and industrial revolutions to social reform, peace and the abolition of slavery. Explore how Quakers beliefs have shaped our world today.
Bring the whole family along for an adventure. With interactive displays, films, toys and fun activities, there is something for everyone. Under 18s go free.

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Room hire

One of Kendal’s most popular venues for room hire

The Quaker Tapestry is a stunning and informative museum located in Kendal. The tapestry tells the story of Quakers in 77 embroidered panels covering over 350 years of social history.

The exhibition displays over 40 of the panels, with changing special exhibitions, family activities, videos and audio guides to explore.

Our shop has something for everyone, from mementos and gifts to books, equipment and workshops to take your embroidery to the next level. Our fully accessible café serves a selection of home cooked meals, light bites, cakes, hot and cold drinks.

Book online today, or buy your ticket in person. We look forward to sharing the stories behind the stitches.

We were entranced not only by the Tapestry panels and the social history on display but also by the ambience of the Meeting House, the interpretation and information made available to us. It is a very good memory for us.

Sutton Coldfield Ladies’ Gardening Club

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