A talk by Ruth Singer exploring the fascinating history of this great Leicester artist
I could talk about Mary Linwood for hours but I am limiting myself to just one hour – and it will be one very special hour in the beautiful Leicester Guildhall, a building Mary Linwood must have known too.
I”ll be sharing my research into her textile work alongside stories from her life in Leicester and her gallery in London, alongside images of her incredible work, including some pieces that are not included in the exhibition in private collections. I will also talk about creating the exhibition and making my own work alongside hers.
This talk also has British Sign Language interpretation.
Saturday 4th October
11am-12pm
Tickets £10 / £8 concessions. Book with Leicester Museums on the website or call the Guildhall 0116 2532569
Leicester Guildhall
Guildhall Lane
Leicester LE1 5FQ
Please note start time of 11am, I previously advertised this as 10am!
Mary Linwood: Art, Stitch & Life
Exhibition open now until 22nd February 2026
Leicester Museum & Art Gallery, New Walk, Leicester.
Explore Mary Linwood’s life and legacy, and extraordinary embroidery alongside artworks by Ruth Singer illuminating aspects of her life. Free to visit!
Mary Linwood exhibition events
Workshops are now open for bookings including Embroidery Masterclass and Meet The Artist Gallery Tour. There are also free events, talks, tours and more. On 22-23 November there will be a whole weekend of embroidery-related activities including mini workshops, demonstrations, historic textile study session, talks and a relaxed time to meet others and stitch.
Ruth Singer 
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