Quilt Museum and Gallery, York

Name: Quilt Museum and Gallery
Address: St. Anthonys Hall Peasholme Green, York, YO1 7PW, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1904 613242

#117 among attractions in York

Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum

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Facts and practical information

The Quilters' Guild Museum Collection, which opened in St Anthony's Hall, York on 7 June 2008, was Britain's first museum dedicated to the history of British quilt making and textile arts. The museum was founded and operated by The Quilters' Guild of the British Isles. The Guild was formed in 1979 and is the national organisation representing quilt makers throughout the country. Traditional and contemporary work is of equal importance within the Guild, and membership is open to anyone who works in patchwork, appliqué, and quilting, or has an interest in quilts. ()

Established: 2008 (16 years ago)Coordinates: 53°57'37"N, 1°4'33"W

Address

St. Anthonys Hall Peasholme GreenGuildhallYork YO1 7PW United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1904 613242

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Quilt Museum and Gallery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Blue Bell, York's Chocolate Story, St Crux Church, Merchant Adventurers' Hall.

~930 ftSW
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~970 ftSW
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Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Quilt Museum and Gallery open?

Quilt Museum and Gallery is open:

Monday 10 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Quilt Museum and Gallery?

Nearby attractions include St Cuthbert's Church, York (2 min walk), Peasholme Green, York (2 min walk), York Unitarian Chapel, York (2 min walk), Aldwark, York (3 min walk).

How to get to Quilt Museum and Gallery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Quilt Museum and Gallery:

Bus

Merchantgate • Lines: 66 (6 min walk)
Piccadilly (6 min walk)

Train

York (20 min walk)