What The Lace Guild Does
What is the Lace Guild?
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The Lace Guild is the largest lace organisation in the United Kingdom.
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It is an accredited museum with a large collection of lace and associated artefacts.
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It produces two quarterly magazines, 'Lace' and 'Early Days in Lacemaking'.
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It publishes books of lace techniques and patterns.
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It runs courses and workshops throughout the UK.
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It organises exhibitions.
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It has a large and comprehensive library.
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It provides insurance for members' lace events and resources.
The Guild's Aims
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To provide information about the craft of lacemaking, its history and use.
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To promote a high standard of lacemaking.
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To encourage the design, development and professional presentation of lace.
The Small Print
The Lace Guild is a registered educational charity (a not-for-profit organisation) governed by constitution. It is managed by an elected Executive Committee, whose members are also Trustees of the Charity.
Registered Charity No. 274397
Accredited Museum No. RD1950