THE ARTS SOCIETY
ROSS-ON-WYE
Hellens Manor: 'A History in Stitches' Open Day 2022
On the 31st March 2022, a week after the celebration lunch, 'A History in Stitches' Open Day was held in the Great Barn at Hellens. This event had been cancelled twice before during Covid. There were 206 visitors and after viewing the exhibition, over 40 of them also joined tours of Hellens Manor House.
The exhibition was outstanding, with very detailed displays on the walls of the barn, including: information about the principal embroideries which had influenced the development of the frieze; historical research undertaken; and the processes involved in the planning and design of the piece.
There was additionally an opportunity to view the long frieze itself so attendees could enjoy the stitching progress made so far. In the centre of the barn was a long table where HV stitchers were at work and were available to answer any questions. Postcards with images of stitched scenes from the frieze could also be purchased.
Many thanks are due to all the Hellens team and the HV volunteers for creating this fantastic exhibition.
