Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress
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A conversational workshop titled 'Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress' will take place at The Harris in Preston on 11 November 2026. This workshop, led by a curator, offers participants a closer look at the Horrockses Fashions exhibition. Attendance is free.
On the second Wednesday of the month, get closer to The Harris collection with one of our Curators. To coincide with our Horrockses Fashions exhibition , glimpse at the design process with Decorative Art Curator, Scott Schiavone and discover the remarkable Horrockses Fashions design archive. Explore rarely displayed design books and sample sheets that reveal how Britain’s most stylish ready-to-wear dresses evolved from pencil sketch to finished garment. Featuring original fashion illustrations, fabric swatches, production notes and publicity photographs, these extraordinary working documents offer a unique glimpse into the creative heart of Horrockses Fashions. Learn how designers, textile artists and manufacturers worked together to create the iconic prints and silhouettes that defined 1950s British fashion. Location in the building: Special Collection Gallery.
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Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress takes place on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 14:00.
Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress is held at The Harris in Preston (Market Square, Preston PR1 2PP).
Entry to Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress is free.
The forecast for Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress is Light drizzle · 5°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Harris can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress can be booked via theharris.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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A conversational workshop titled 'Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress' will take place at The Harris in Preston on 11 November 2026. This workshop, led by a curator, offers participants a closer look at the Horrockses Fashions exhibition. Attendance is free.
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On the second Wednesday of the month, get closer to The Harris collection with one of our Curators. To coincide with our Horrockses Fashions exhibition , glimpse at the design process with Decorative Art Curator, Scott Schiavone and discover the remarkable Horrockses Fashions design archive. Explore rarely displayed design books and sample sheets that reveal how Britain’s most stylish ready-to-wear dresses evolved from pencil sketch to finished garment. Featuring original fashion illustrations, fabric swatches, production notes and publicity photographs, these extraordinary working documents offer a unique glimpse into the creative heart of Horrockses Fashions. Learn how designers, textile artists and manufacturers worked together to create the iconic prints and silhouettes that defined 1950s British fashion. Location in the building: Special Collection Gallery.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress?
Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress takes place on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 14:00.
Where is Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress taking place?
Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress is held at The Harris in Preston (Market Square, Preston PR1 2PP).
How much are tickets for Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress?
Entry to Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress is free.
What will the weather be like at Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress?
The forecast for Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress is Light drizzle · 5°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Harris can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress?
Tickets for Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, from Drawing to Dress can be booked via theharris.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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