Bowes Book Club: The Lady and the Unicorn by Tracy Chevalier

Bowes Book Club invites readers and culture lovers to enjoy a cosy curator-led Sunday afternoon at The Bowes Museum.

This session explores The Lady and the Unicorn by Tracy Chevalier, a richly imagined novel inspired by one of the most celebrated tapestry series of the medieval period.Introduced by Rachel Whitworth, Curator of Fashion and Textiles, the session will connect the book’s themes of art, symbolism and storytelling with The Bowes Museum’s own tapestry collection, showing how textiles can carry meaning across centuries.Taking place in an inspiring museum setting, the event includes an expert introduction to the chosen book, relaxed group discussion, close engagement with objects from the collection, gallery access and complimentary tea and coffee.

Ideal for book lovers, museum enthusiasts and anyone curious about the stories behind art and design.