Gallery Tour: Military Embroidery
Location:
National Army Museum
Date & time:
Friday 25 Sep 2026, 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Price:
£10.00 to £12.50
Curator Mel O’Brien-Price introduces some of the finest examples of military embroidery on display at the National Army Museum.
About the event
Embroidery has been used in a military context for millennia. It has helped to distinguish between opposing forces on the battlefield, signalled seniority, and adorned the ceremonial uniforms that have long featured in both royal and public displays of military power.
It has also been embraced by individual soldiers, who have utilised it as a way to pass the time while on campaign or as a gift for a loved one back home.
Mel O’Brien-Price will showcase the most striking examples on display in the galleries, from ornate colours, standards and guidons that once served as rallying points on the battlefield to the intricate embroidery found on Army uniforms and the personal creations of soldiers across the globe.
Additional information
Members: £10
FAQs
Is the National Army Museum accessible?Yes, the National Army Museum is fully accessible. If you need further access information or help please do get in touch at info@nam.ac.uk or call 020 7730 0717,
Bikes (including folding bikes) and scooters are not permitted. There are bike racks located along Royal Hospital Road. These can be used to secure any bikes and scooters.
Please do not secure any bikes or scooters to the railings outside the Royal Hospital Chelsea or Burton Court. Any items secure to these railings will be removed.
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