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Threads of Freedom: The Leeds Tapestry Talk

25th Nov 2025

Times: 5.15pm – 7.15pm

Price: free

Art Library, Drawing Room

Leeds Central Library, Calverley Street, Leeds
LS1 3AB

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Threads of Freedom:  Leeds Tapestry
Threads of Freedom: Leeds Tapestry

Image caption: Threads of Freedom: Leeds Tapestry

Meet Kate Russell, the original designer and artist for the Leeds Tapestry. Over 2,000 people had a hand in producing the tapestry celebrating Leeds, its people and its history.

Find out more about the highs and lows of the making of this iconic artwork in a fascinating talk and mini tour of the original and new work.