Many are surprised to learn that the Royal School of Needlework is a registered charity (No. 312774) and that we receive no statutory funding.
Founded in 1872, the Royal School of Needlework has a unique role: to train students to the highest technical standard of hand embroidery. No other organisation teaches these techniques of hand embroidery to this level.
Keeping hand embroidery skills alive is vital and RSN-taught embroiderers are at the forefront of creating of heirlooms of tomorrow - from altar frontals for Britain's cathedrals and banners for historic houses to dynamic private commissions for interior designers.
Our Graduates use their RSN-learnt skills in a wide variety of areas from stitching in our commercial Studio and teaching on our education programme, to working freelance as embroidery tutors, designer/makers in fashion and costume and specialising in conservation and restoration of antique embroideries for museums, heritage organisations and religious buildings.
The RSN is a charity. We rely on the support of Trusts and individuals who believe in the importance of our work, to help us continue. Friends and Special Supporters are people like you, who actively want to ensure the RSN can continue its vital and unique work.
Click here for our Friends and Special Supporters brochure
