Event details
Tuesday 16 September | 3.30pm to 4.30pm
£30 per person
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to see historic items from our lace archive up close and learn about how lace has been represented in paintings displayed in Chatsworth's Great Dining Room.
The tour will take a look at the stand out pieces from our lace collection which are rarely displayed. Our archive is crammed with items with remarkable stories; discover a stunning piece of Venetian Point de Neige lace dating back to 1680, which Duchess Evelyn wore in her gown to the coronation of George V and Mary in 1911, as well as a delicate piece of lace celebrating the marriage of Duchess Georgiana to the 5th Duke of Devonshire.
This event is delivered by Textiles Technician Olivia Housley, who has been researching Chatsworth's lace collection.
Meeting point
Please meet at Flora’s Temple (in the Chatsworth Garden, accessed via the lower garden gates) at 3.20pm. A member of our team will meet you there.
Add house and garden tickets to your experience
This is an event only ticket. Why not make a day of it by purchasing a house and garden, or a garden ticket and fully explore all that Chatsworth has to offer.
Accessibility
This event takes place in Chatsworth House. The route may include stairs, but a lift is available. There will be periods of standing. If you have any questions about accessibility or require an essential carer ticket, please email [email protected]
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