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Exhibition period
December 15, 2024, until March 31, 2025.
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A new collection on loan has augmented the initial collection at the museum. We acquired a unique
Binche Lace collection from the Kant Centrum (Lace Center) of Bruges, Belgium. This is exquisite lace
spanning almost 200 years and shows the exquisite and fineness of this type of lace. Fourteen pieces
are on display in the main exhibition room on tables with one piece on a mannequin. The collection
also includes lace works by Danny Olievier, a Belgian lacer who used ecru colored flax threads to make
larger pieces that follow the same pattern used for the smaller pieces. This special exhibition runs through
the end of March.
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The first exhibition at the Raleigh Lace Museum features the works of
Kristin Conrad, the inspiration for the Lace Center and the Museum.
Besides several works, ranging from small delicate pieces to larger woven and
bobbin lace creations, patrons can admire her works in progress on the pillows
on display in the museum space. In addition to her works, the
museum showcases many lace masterworks from the early 1600s to
current, intricate fine lace pieces.
The Raleigh Lace Museum has a loan program agreement with the famous Kant Centrum in Bruges,
Belgium. Such special collections are shown for three to four months, and dates will be announced in our
quarterly newsletter. Make sure to join our mailing list so we can inform you of these
upcoming special exhibitions. The museum's current exhibition(s) may be listed below.
Consider becoming a member of the Museum, as it entitles you to the following:
- Be invited to attend special events connected to the
new exhibitions before the general public
- Have free access to the museum during opening hours
- Receive the museum newsletter ahead of other patrons
- Attend lectures by lacemakers and curators about the history, lace styles, and relevance in modern times.
To become a member, click here.
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