2010
Thursday, 1st July to Thursday, 30th September
"Sacred Stitches" - Exhibition
Stunning medieval embroidery is now on display as part of the Abbey’s Sacred Stitches summer exhibition. Visitors will be able to view prestigious examples of decorated textiles, felt work and embroidery from the 15th century up until contemporary times.
The exhibition which runs until 30 September offers visitors an exclusive opportunity to see a select collection of rare historic vestments brought together and displayed to the public for the first time. One of the centre piece exhibits is the beautiful Othery Cope which dates back to the 15th Century and was discovered in a local church in 1897.
A key part of the exhibition will reveal how ancient textile design and medieval imagery has inspired current work. Two collections by local textile artists will be displayed as the exhibition progresses. Between 16 August – 3 September contemporary felt work by the Cenacle Textile Group will be unveiled, then from the 6 – 20 September special embroidery by the Avalon Embroiderers Guild will be on display.
Monday, 6th September to Monday, 20th September
Avalon Embroiderers Guild - craft demonstration
The Guild members return daily to the Museum to demonstrate their craft. There will also be an exhibition of their work. ( This is in conjunction with the "Sacred Stitches" exhibition running from 1st July to 30th Sept.)
Entrance as part of Abbey entrance ticket price.
Wednesday, 15th September
Tour of Britain - Cycle Race
The Tour of Britain, cycle race, stage 5 from Tavistock to Glastonbury, finishes in Magdalene Street, Glastonbury at approx. 1430hrs today. There will be events on in the town and the Abbey today.
Friday, 17th September
GAFA Evening talk at 7.00pm
Talk in the Museum on 'Archaeological Digs' by Peter Poyntz-Wright.
Members £2.00 and non-members £5.00
Saturday, 25th September
'The Ammonites' - Choir concert at 2.45pm
This wonderful choir back again to sing a mixture of sacred and secular songs. Concert in the Abbots Kitchen at 2.45pm
Friday, 8th October
GAFA. Evening talk at 7.00pm in the Museum.
Talk by Kay Wych....."How I became a Living History Presenter"
Members £2.00 and non-members £5.00
Friday, 19th November to Friday, 7th January
"Sacred Trees" Exhibition.
Exhibition in the Museum of Sacred Trees by Tommy Barr. Paintings on canvas of sacred or important trees including the Abbeys very own special Holy Thorn Tree - which flowers twice each year.
Friday, 10th December
GAFA. Christmas celebration at 7.00pm
Christmas fun and refreshments in the Abbots Kitchen. Details to be confirmed. Members £2.00 and non-members £5.00
Saturday, 18th December
Carol Concert.
The Churchill Choir come back agin, by popular demand to sing for you. Concert at 2.00pm with mulled wine and mince pies. Come and join in !
