Warner Textile Archive

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Unique records of the history of textile manufacture and design with every example of woven and printed fabric produced by Warner. Housed within the Archive is an extensive collection of original artwork by leading designers and major artists commissioned by Warner to produce fabric designs for palaces, stately homes, liners and the ordinary home.

Colour, shape and texture are the key words to describe the Archive Gallery, taking the visitor on an exciting visual voyage of discovery from Warner’s unique three pile velvets, the intricate woven silks of Owen Jones, cutting edge designs of the 1920s and 30s, the boldness of the 50s through to the iconic designs of the late 20th century.

Textile groups whose members have used the Archive’s designs as inspiration to produce imaginative work hold temporary exhibitions during the year.

Opening hours Wed-Sat 11-16. Groups, students, researchers are welcome by appointment.

Complete history of Warners, Braintree from 18c - velvets, woven silks, printed textiles, point papers and designs of Straub, Jones, Hunter and more.