'Threads of Connection' is a three-year community wellbeing project exploring Norwich’s textile heritage, made possible thanks to funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Led by Holly Sandiford, director of ArtatWork CIC, the project was run in collaboration with the Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell, Strangers’ Hall, and the wider Norfolk Museums Service, with support from the REST Hub, volunteers, and other local partners. This exhibition shares the journeys of participants as they explored Norwich’s history of textiles and fashion. Through making, research, and time with historic garments and collections, they discovered and creatively responded to the city’s rich heritage. This exhibition celebrates inspiration in many forms,from personal stories to beautiful patterns, colours, and craftsmanship. By exploring the past, we can spark creativity, build confidence, and feel more connected today. ArtatWork CIC is a Norwich based organisation bringing together creativity, heritage and wellbeing. The Threads of Connection project, led by Holly Sandiford, co-director of ArtatWork, has invited it’s members to explore Norwich’s textile past through hands-on making, heritage walks, museum visits and time with collections and archives. Over three years, workshops in weaving, natural dyeing, embroidery and printmaking have opened up new skills and ways of connecting with history. Inspiration has come from many places, from Norwich’s shoe industry, the powerful embroidery of Lorina Bulwer, and the textures, patterns, and craftsmanship of historic garments and textile designs. Volunteers have played a central role in creating a welcoming and supportive space where everyone could grow in confidence and independence as artists, makers and researchers. The project celebrates creativity, community and Norwich’s rich textile heritage.