Art and printing history enthusiasts have a unique opportunity this spring as Emery Walker’s House, a meticulously preserved Arts & Crafts home in Hammersmith, London, throws open its doors with a special exhibition celebrating the Private Press Movement.
Opening on March 1st, the museum will showcase “Printing Partnerships: Emery Walker & the Private Press Movement,” a display that chronicles Walker’s significant contributions to typography and printing. The exhibition will explore Walker’s influential connections with legendary artists and printers, including his close friendship with William Morris and his complex collaboration with Thomas James Cobden-Sanderson at the Doves Press.
The house itself is a historical marvel, described as the most well-preserved Arts & Crafts residence in Britain. Visitors will discover an extraordinary collection of period artifacts, including rare textiles, exquisite embroideries, and what is considered the world’s largest in-situ collection of Morris & Co wallpapers.
Limited guided tours will be available on Thursdays and Saturdays, with morning and afternoon time slots. To ensure an intimate experience, each tour is capped at just eight visitors. Special tours this season will include daytime textile explorations and evocative candlelit evening experiences.
Dates for your Diary
- March 1st: Emery Walker’s House reopens with guided tours on Thursdays and Saturdays.
- March 5th: Textile tour
- March 12th: Candlelit tour
- March 24th a: Online talk on the Doves Press and Kelmscott Press
- March 26th: Candlelit tour
- April 9th: Textile tour
Event highlights include:
- Specialized textile tours examining the home’s intricate textile collections
- Atmospheric candlelit tours offering a unique evening perspective
- An online lecture delving into the history of Doves Press and Kelmscott Press
“This is more than just a museum,” says a spokesperson for Emery Walker’s Trust. “It’s a living testament to a pivotal moment in British art and design history.”
Tickets must be booked in advance through the museum’s website. The house is located at 7 Hammersmith Terrace, offering visitors a rare glimpse into the creative world of early 20th-century artists and craftspeople.
For those passionate about art history, printing, or the Arts & Crafts movement, this reopening promises an unparalleled journey into a remarkable period of British cultural innovation.
Tickets and full event details are available at emerywalker.org.uk.