Talk with damask weaver Hans Thomsson – alongside the opening of Lin för livet
- Next time
- Saturday 21.11.2026 · all day
- Schedule
- Takes place on several dates · until 21.11.2026
- Where
- Strandgatan 14, Visby, Gotland
Hans Thomsson grew up in Hemse and has extensive experience in traditional weaving. Among other things, he worked at Klässbols linneväveri, where he wove Kungaduken, a damask tablecloth presented to King Carl XVI Gustaf on the 20th anniversary of his reign. He has also studied damask weaving in Florence.
Welcome to celebrate the opening of Lin för livet, which begins at 13:00, and then listen to Hans Thomsson talk about his craft and his experience with damask weaving.
Register in advance using the form on the museum’s website (link).
Date: 21 November
Time: 14:30, after the opening
Venue: Sävesalen, Gotlands Museum
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