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Discover Paisley & Renfrewshire History Cafe

The Discover Paisley & Renfrewshire History Cafe for March will explore Paisley's early thread industry.

Discover Paisley & Renfrewshire History Cafe

About Discover Paisley & Renfrewshire History Cafe

15th March 2025
10am - 11.30am
Paisley Arts Centre
Paisley Arts Centre New Street, Paisley PA1 1EZ
Free but booking required
Event organiser/part of The Urban Historian
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From its origins in the last mass witch hunt in Scotland to the demise of linen thread making and the rise of Cotton thread production, Paisley has played a pivotal role in the industry, with only the Cotton thread manufacturers remembered. let's look at the forgotten industries of linen and silk thread manufacturing.

As usual, the sessions are free but we like to support our hosts by purchasing from them. Places are limited to 6, so book fast to secure your place.

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