Cosmic Threads: Celebrating 80 Years of Jodrell Bank
Exhibition
Jodrell Bank mark 80 years of discovery, exploration, and connection with the universe and are inviting the public to join them in a celebratory project – Cosmic Threads – a community quilt inspired by the celestial marvels that Jodrell Bank has uncovered.
Working with textile artist Anne Kelly, this project encourages participants to share their personal connections to the wonders of the cosmos, with the finished art piece joining the permanent collection.
The Creative Challenge:
Jodrell Bank are calling on individuals and groups to create a 23 cm x 23 cm (plus a 2cm border for piecing) textile panel that reflects the themes of Jodrell Bank’s extraordinary history and its ongoing contributions to our understanding of the universe. Each square will become a part of the larger quilt, embodying the spirit of Jodrell Bank’s 80-year journey.
Are you ready to be a part of Jodrell Bank’s lasting legacy?
Visit 80 Years of Jodrell Bank: Get Involved At Home! to explore the creative themes, find inspiration for your design, and learn how to submit your contribution
This project runs from 1 April – 31 August 2025.
The completed quilt will be displayed in December 2025, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of Jodrell Bank’s founding.