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Threads of Identity Exhibition - 'The Final Act'

Explore items from Snowshill's internationally significant costume collection.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Threads of Identity will lead you through a curated selection of garments from Charles Wade’s remarkable Snowshill Costume Collection. Each piece tells a story—not just of fashion, but of the cultures it represents, and the identities it helped shape. With items of both national and international significance, this exhibition invites you to explore how clothing weaves together personal expression, social history, and global connection.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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Accessibility

The exhibition will be spread throughout the Manor house, some will be accessible on the ground floor.

Upcoming events

Summer of Play 

The Summer of Play lands at Snowshill with something to keep the whole family entertained.

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on
24 Aug to 30 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 17:30+ 6 other dates or times

Wolf's Cove Express: Every Tuesday 

Come see Wolf's Cove model railway in action.

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on
25 Aug to 8 Sep 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00+ 2 other dates or times

Threads of Identity: Sewing Demo 

Curious about how the costumes in our exhibition, Threads of Identity, were made?

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on
5 Sep to 26 Sep 2026
at 11:30 to 14:00+ 1 other date or time

Heritage Open Day 

Snowshill Manor and Garden will be offering free admission on 11 September as part of Heritage Open Days 2026. Our specialist replica model maker measure Charles Wade's originals from the model village collection.

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on
11 Sep 2026
at 11:00 to 15:30