
Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making
Wed 23 Sept · 13:00
Kelham Island Museum
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A lunchtime talk on the art and craft of broom and brush making takes place on 23 September 2026 at 13:00 at Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield. Led by local maker Rosa Harradine, the event is free to attend.
Join Sheffield-based broom and brush maker, Rosa Harradine for a talk and live demonstration exploring the craft of broom and brush making.
Working from her studio at Yorkshire Artspace's Persistence Works, Rosa creates functional objects by hand using natural materials and traditional techniques. In this illustrated talk, she’ll discuss the history of broom and brush making, the materials used in her work, and how historic craft skills can be adapted for a contemporary audience.
Alongside the talk, Rosa will demonstrate some of the techniques used to make her distinctive brushes and brooms, offering a rare opportunity to see this craft in action. From selecting materials to the tools and processes involved, Rosa will provide insight into a trade that has played an important role in everyday life for centuries.
Find out more about Rosa’s work at www.rosaharradine.com
Please donate if you're able and help keep your museums open and available for everyone to enjoy.
Suggested donation £5 – when you select your tickets, please scroll down and select ‘General Admission + Donation’.
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Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making takes place on Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 13:00.
Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making is held at Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield (Alma Street, Sheffield, S3 8RY).
Tickets for Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making are priced at £0.00. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
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Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making
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A lunchtime talk on the art and craft of broom and brush making takes place on 23 September 2026 at 13:00 at Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield. Led by local maker Rosa Harradine, the event is free to attend.
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Join Sheffield-based broom and brush maker, Rosa Harradine for a talk and live demonstration exploring the craft of broom and brush making.
Working from her studio at Yorkshire Artspace's Persistence Works, Rosa creates functional objects by hand using natural materials and traditional techniques. In this illustrated talk, she’ll discuss the history of broom and brush making, the materials used in her work, and how historic craft skills can be adapted for a contemporary audience.
Alongside the talk, Rosa will demonstrate some of the techniques used to make her distinctive brushes and brooms, offering a rare opportunity to see this craft in action. From selecting materials to the tools and processes involved, Rosa will provide insight into a trade that has played an important role in everyday life for centuries.
Find out more about Rosa’s work at www.rosaharradine.com
Please donate if you're able and help keep your museums open and available for everyone to enjoy.
Suggested donation £5 – when you select your tickets, please scroll down and select ‘General Admission + Donation’.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making?
Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making takes place on Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 13:00.
Where is Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making taking place?
Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making is held at Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield (Alma Street, Sheffield, S3 8RY).
How much are tickets for Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making?
Tickets for Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making are priced at £0.00. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making?
Tickets for Lunchtime Talk: The Art and Craft of Broom and Brush making can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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