Edinburgh
Dovecot is a world-renowned tapestry studio in the heart of Edinburgh and a landmark centre for contemporary art, craft and design. Established in 1912, Dovecot continues a century-long heritage of collaboration with international artists to make exceptional handwoven tapestries and gun-tufted rugs.
Alongside the tapestry studio, Dovecot run an exciting programme of exhibitions and events to further explore contemporary art, craft and design.
Activities
- Free drop-in tapestry weaving on the Tapestry Studio Viewing Balcony
- Brief building tours on the Tapestry Studio Viewing Balcony throughout the day.
2024 Theme - Heritage of Routes, Networks and Connections
Tapestry weaving is a skill that has been passed down from master to apprentice weaver at Dovecot since 1912. Following in the tradition of the first weavers, Dovecot continues a century-long heritage of collaboration with international artists to make exceptional handwoven tapestries and gun-tufted rugs. Often the artists that Dovecot works with have no previous experience of their work being translated into tapestry. Successful projects require artists to put trust in the creative process, and in the ability of the weavers to capture the spirit and intention of their work.
Dovecot is now housed in the former Infirmary Street Baths, the first public baths in Edinburgh, built in 1885 to provide accessible washing facilities to improve public health.
Image Credits
- Mike Wilkinson - Dovecot Studios External
- Viewing Balcony - Phil Wilkinson
- Weaving Floor - ShannonTofts
Facilities
Additional Access Information
Please visit https://dovecotstudios.com/visit/access for Dovecot's accessibility guide.
Gallery
Key Information
No Booking Required.
Where to find us
Address
- Dovecot Studios
- 10 Infirmary Street
- Edinburgh
- EH1 1LT