EMBROIDERY MUSEUM

The Museo del Ricamo, or Embroidery Museum, is situated in the historic Palazzo Rospigliosi in Pistoia. This unique museum celebrates the city’s long-standing tradition of embroidery, showcasing a remarkable collection of embroidered items from the 17th to the 20th centuries.

The exhibits highlight the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic expression found in both secular and ecclesiastical textiles. The museum also preserves historical documents and sources that illustrate the rich heritage of embroidery in Pistoia, a practice nurtured by convents and educational institutes over the centuries.

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