Museums
Take a look at the Museums...
- Silk Museum
At the Silk Museum, journey along the Silk Road and discover the history of Macclesfield's Silk Industry from its humble button beginnings, the growth of the Silk Mills to its involvement in wars and education, right through to the present day.
See More - Heritage Centre
Housed within the 200 year old Sunday School building, the Heritage Centre explores the origins of the Silk Industry and the people who began it all. Housing our Silk costume collection, the gallery shows examples of costume from Regency to present day.
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- West Park Museum
West Park is a tale of two Museums. This purpose built Museum was erected to hold local explorer Marianne Brocklehurts Egyptian treasures. The collection is displayed alongside various works of local artist Charles Tunnicliffe.
See More - Paradise Mill
Step back into 1930's industrial Macclesfield with a guided tour of Paradise Mill. See 26 restored Jacquard Looms and discover what it was like to work in the Silk Industry, in the early 20th Century.
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What's On
Take a look at what's happening at the Silk Museums...
- Work Shop
Children's Craft Clubs
Join art teacher Julie for a selection of half term activities aimed at children between the ages of 6-16.
Click to view - Cinemac
Cinemac – Now Showing:
Visit the Cinemac website for all the latest film times and offers.
Click to view - Exhibition
Museum Exhibitions:
The Silk Museum hosts a variety of changing exhibitions throughout the year. Follow the link for the full exhibition calendar.
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Silk Shop
Take a look at the gifts available...
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