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"Interwoven Tales: Embracing Diversity in Diaspora" Exhibition

Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock, Kenavon Drive, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3DH

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

A profound exploration of displacement depicted by refugees. Shared stories, forged bonds, and redefined safety through embroidery, each piece tells a unique story, forming a narrative of resilience and unity.

Individual embroidery pieces by RSG's clients

Detail from a personal work

Supported and funded by Arts Council England, this exhibition is the resault of a yearlong project aims to bring about the unique voices of Refugee Support Group (RSG) members. At the heart of the project lies a profound exploration of displacement – what it truly means to be uprooted from one's familiar surroundings and thrust into the unknown. Through our weekly drop in sessions participants wereinvited to share their stories, grapple with their emotions, and forge bonds with one another.

"Interwoven Tale" confronts vital questions about the provision of a safety net for displaced individuals, shedding light on the challenges they face in their day to day lives amidst bureaucratic hurdles. Through the lens of humanitarianism, the project seeks to redefine the concept of safety and solidarity, both metaphorically and tangibly, by weaving together a network of support through the art of embroidery.

Each embroidered piece serves as a testament to the unique touch of feeling and experience brought forth by its creator, yet collectively, they form a powerful narrative of resilience, unity, and hope. From the initial stitch to the final flourish, "Interwoven Tale" invites viewers to engage in a dialogue that transcends boundaries of language, culture, and geography.










Timings & Tours

Saturday 07 September:
10am - 5pm
Sunday 08 September:
10am - 5pm
Saturday 14 September:
10am - 5pm
Sunday 15 September:
10am - 5pm

Location & directions

Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock, Kenavon Drive, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3DH

Directions:
There is a limited parking on site with Max stay of 4 hours.
Contact on day:
Or Williams
Telephone number:
+447850535828

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

There are picnic tables on site. Porter loo available but we currently don't have baby change facilities.

Additional information

Drop in embroidery sessions open for all. Children under 10 years old need to be supervised.

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