What’s On

This is a rare opportunity to get up close with items that are rarely on show to the public with a specialist tour of both Emery Walker’s House and the nearby William Morris Society premises. The tour will explore the Arts & Crafts textiles in both collections, including exquisite examples of May Morris’ work. The Read More

The Useful and Beautiful Art Prize is a new award established by the William Morris Society to celebrate and support emerging artists, designers, and craftspeople whose work reflects the ideas and ideals of William Morris. The Prize is guided by Morris’s belief that art is both Useful and Beautiful, inseparable from everyday life, work, and nature. Entry opens 15th July 2026 and closes Read More

Step into the world of William Morris with a guided tour led by one of our expert guides. Discover the fascinating history of William Morris, Kelmscott House, Morris & Co., and the people, ideas, and craftsmanship that shaped the Arts and Crafts movement. Discover the remarkable achievements of May Morris, from her pioneering role in Read More

'Morris and Water' Talk (in person at the William Morris Society and online via Zoom) Wednesday 9 September 2026, 6:30pm–7:30pm This talk by John Sheridan will explore how William Morris’s lifelong affinity with rivers and water influenced his social and family life, as well as his work as a designer and writer. The talk will Read More

We will be partnering with Selvedge magazine's London Textile Month to host a very special workshop with print designer Sarah Campbell. Inspired by the delights of the natural world, Sarah will discuss different approaches to painting patterns and designs directly onto fabric. Starting with smaller practice pieces in the morning, you will be able to develop skills Read More

10am-4pm, October 13th, 2026 Spend a day immersed in creativity at the William Morris Society, making two beautiful pieces of jewellery inspired by the timeless patterns and philosophy of William Morris. Guided by Birmingham jewellery designer Rebecca Cowley of Working Clasp, you'll create an elegant floral brooch inspired by Strawberry Thief during the morning, before Read More

Tuesday October 27th, 2026 10am-4pm Cost: £120 Join Daunton Marbling Studio and dive into the ancient art of paper marbling. In this hands-on workshop you will: * Discover the history of this centuries-old craft * Learn about materials, tools and techniques * Create traditional and contemporary patterns * Create your own hand marbled papers Paper Read More

To celebrate the William Morris Society’s 70th anniversary, the Society has opened a new semi-permanent exhibition which explores the life and work of Victorian Designer, Poet, Activist, Craftsman, and Environmentalist, William Morris (1834-1896), at his family home overlooking the River Thames in Hammersmith. Morris lived here for eighteen years with his wife, Jane Morris (1839-1914), and Read More

MorrisFest 2026 Join us for the first ever festival celebrating all things Morris and more! Birmingham & Midland Institute 20th - 22nd November 2026 This November we will be hosting a new and innovative festival celebrating the life, work and influence of William Morris - MorrisFest - which will be held at the Birmingham & Midland Institute. The festival will Read More

This November we will be hosting a new and innovative festival celebrating the life, work and influence of William Morris - MorrisFest –which will be held at the Birmingham & Midland Institute. The aim of the festival will be to promote Morris, his work and ideas as well as related topics and discuss how they are still relevant Read More

10.30am-12.30pm, Wednesday December 2nd  Cost: £45 Create your own embossed metal tree decorations with this fun hands on workshop. Using lightweight copper sheets and simple techniques you will create a set of hanging ornaments inspired by William Morris fruit designs. About the Workshop: An enjoyable and relaxing workshop inspired by the illustrations found within William Morris Read More