Threads of a City: Manchester Tapestry Project

Threads of a City: Manchester Tapestry Project Threads of a City: Co-creating a monumental tapestry that captures Manchester's stories, identities, and voices. Displaying at Town Hall in 2027!

25/02/2026

✨ The first designs are in ✨

A massive day for Session Four at the Manchester Histories Hub! We’ve officially finalised the initial drafts for our first set of panels. Seeing these stories move from the archives to the drawing board has been incredible! They will now head to our design team to serve as the creative spark for the final panels. 🤩

But the work doesn’t stop there—we’ve already started the next patch of research, diving into a fresh set of themes to uncover even more of Manchester’s hidden history. 🔍

Thank you to everyone who brought their energy and ideas today. We’re already counting down to next week!

Link in bio to register.

👀 The vision is beginning to take shape 👀Looking back at Session Three at the Manchester Histories Hub, it’s clear the p...
22/02/2026

👀 The vision is beginning to take shape 👀

Looking back at Session Three at the Manchester Histories Hub, it’s clear the project is evolving. Beyond the deep dives into the archives, we’ve started visioning what the tapestry panels might eventually look like. 🎨

These early drafts are the heartbeat of the project—they serve as the creative inspiration and conceptual starting point for our design team to build upon as they move toward a final version!

Want to help set the tone?
Join us this Wednesday for Session Four. Whether you’re continuing your research or sketching fresh ideas, your input is helping us define the project's direction.

🗓 Wednesday, 25 Feb 2026
📍 Manchester Histories Hub (Manchester Central Library)
🎟 Link in bio to register via Eventbrite

From research to reality. ✍️As we move into Session Four, the Manchester Tapestry Project is shifting gears. This week, ...
21/02/2026

From research to reality. ✍️

As we move into Session Four, the Manchester Tapestry Project is shifting gears. This week, the archives meet the drawing board as we begin to visualise our collective story.

Whether you are still deep in your original research or ready to explore a brand-new theme, this session is your chance to pick up a pencil. We’ll be drafting the designs you want to see on the final panels—your ideas will serve as the direct inspiration for our design team!

🗓 Wednesday, 25 Feb 2026
📍 Manchester Histories Hub (Central Library)
⏰ 13:00–16:00

Reminder: Keep the inspiration flowing by uploading your latest notes, found images, and sketches to our shared Google Drive folder.

🔗 Link in bio to register via Eventbrite. Everyone is welcome!

19/02/2026

🔍 The Deep Dive Continues 🔍

A huge thank you to everyone who brought their curiosity and enthusiasm to the Manchester Histories Hub yesterday. The energy in the room was electric!

Don't forget:
Our digital archive is just as important as our physical sessions. Please continue to upload your research and visuals to our shared Google Drive folder. 🙌🏻

We're already counting down to next Wednesday. See you there! (Registration is still open, sign up to join us!)

📝 Found in the stacks 📝A glimpse into the threads we’ve been pulling at during our research workshops. From archival pho...
15/02/2026

📝 Found in the stacks 📝

A glimpse into the threads we’ve been pulling at during our research workshops. From archival photographs to forgotten maps, these fragments of history are the building blocks of the project! 🧩

Want to add to the canvas? The research doesn't stop in the library. If you have found sketches, notes, or images that speak to your theme, please upload them to our shared Google Drive folder. Every piece of data helps us refine the final design. 📚

The investigation continues. Join us for Session Three next Wednesday as we consolidate our findings.
🗓 Wednesday, 18 Feb 2026
📍 Manchester Histories Hub
🔗 Link in bio to register via Eventbrite

🔍The investigation continues 🔍We're heading back into the archives this Wednesday for Session Three of our Research Work...
14/02/2026

🔍The investigation continues 🔍

We're heading back into the archives this Wednesday for Session Three of our Research Workshops. After two weeks of incredible breakthroughs, we're returning to the Manchester Histories Hub to consolidate our findings and sharpen the stories that will shape the final design.

Whether you've been with us from the first stitch or want to join the conversation for the first time, the doors are open!

🗓️ 18 Feb 2026 (Weds)
📌 Manchester Histories Hub (Central Library)
⏰ 13:00-16:00

Action Item: Keep the inspiration flowing! Don't forget to upload your latest findings to the shared Google Drive folder!

12/02/2026

Yesterday, we took over Manchester Central Library for our second research session. We moved from ideas to evidence, digging into the archives to find inspirational stories! ✨

Amazing energy, breakthrough discussions, and plenty of smiles. Thank you to everyone who brought their curiostiy to the stacks!

We're already counting down to session 3 next Wednesday! Whether you've been with us from day one or want to join the conversation for the first time, we'd love to see you there! 🙌🏻

🔗 Sign up via the Eventbrite link in our bio.

🔍The investigation continues 🔍Join us next Wednesday, 11 Feb 2026, for our second research workshop. We’re heading into ...
08/02/2026

🔍The investigation continues 🔍

Join us next Wednesday, 11 Feb 2026, for our second research workshop. We’re heading into the stacks of the Manchester Central Library to dive deeper into our project themes.

Whether you were at the first session or are just joining the conversation now, everyone is welcome. We’ll be working in groups to find the historical threads that will inform our panel designs.

Link in bio to register via Eventbrite

Can’t wait to see what we find together!

📸 Drafting together! 📸Looking back at our first research workshop, we are still buzzing from the energy you brought. Fro...
07/02/2026

📸 Drafting together! 📸

Looking back at our first research workshop, we are still buzzing from the energy you brought. From the first-hand stories shared to the deep dives into Manchester’s history, every conversation added a new layer to our collective draft. 📝

To everyone who joined us: thank you. 🙌🏻 Seeing so many smiley faces and feelings that shared enthusiasm reminds us why this project matters. We’ve listened closely to your feedback and are already working on refining our next steps to make sure every voice is heard clearly.

Ready for round two? Link in bio to join us next week! 🧵

05/02/2026

🧵 Research Session One Wrap Up 🧵

Yesterday, we officially launched our research phase with an incredible energy. We kicked things off with an invitation to dream big, led by the legendary Andrew Crummy. He reminded us that a tapestry isn’t just about the thread—it’s about the open invitation for a community to tell its own story. A huge thank you to Andrew for setting such a powerful tone. 🙌🏻

Following the talk, our participants dived straight into the "drafting" process. We saw history, personal stories, and city-wide themes collide as people from all walks of Manchester shared their perspectives. Design is a conversation, and yesterday, that conversation was electric. 📝

What’s next?
* Check your inbox: If you signed up, an email with essential info and theme clarifications is on its way to you.
* Keep digging: Don't let the research stop! Feel free to continue exploring your themes at your own pace.
* Stay tuned: We’ll be sharing more about our timelines and deep-dives into the themes right here and on our blog.

We are so proud of what started yesterday. If you couldn’t make it, don’t worry—the canvas is still open. Join us for our next session! Secure your spot for next week via the Eventbrite link in our bio.

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