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Bod of Gremista and Textile Museum

Shetland Isles, The Highlands

About Bod of Gremista and Textile Museum

Located in the 18th century Böd of Gremista, birthplace of Arthur Anderson, co-founder of the P&O Shipping Company, the Shetland Textile Museum focuses on historical and contemporary Shetland textiles and their makers.

Displays include a restored working loom highlighting Shetland’s tweed industry, fair isle and lace knitting, and textiles by local makers.  It annually hosts the Degree Show by students at Shetland College.

The museum offers demonstrations, workshops, talks and a colourful shop selling the best by local makers, including members of the Shetland Guild of Spinners, Weavers, Dyers and Knitters.

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Opening Times

Easter - October
Tuesday to Saturday 12:00 - 17:00

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General Admission
All Ages: £3.00

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Gremista, Lerwick
Shetland Isles
The Highlands
ZE1 0PT
Scotland

Tel: 01595 694362

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