The Museum of Leathercraft in Northampton houses one of the largest and finest collections of leather artefacts anywhere in the world.
Included in the 10,000 objects held by the Museum are several Masonic items including a 200-year-old parchment; also, ancient aprons and regalia-cases.
Following an approach by the Museum, the Provincial Grand Charity (PGC) has made a grant of £3,000 to allow the continuance of important restoration works.
Accordingly, on the 18th of May 2022, the Chairman of the PGC, VWBro Charles Bennett, attended the Museum where he and some of the PGC Trustees were given a tour and shown several of the items that have already been restored to their former glory.
Museum Curator, Graham Lampard, showing PGC Chairman, VWBro Charles Bennett, some of the restored Masonic items
Graham Lampard, showing PGC Secretary, WBro John Rivett, a collection of leather workers’ tools
Museum Curator, Graham Lampard. said:
We were extremely pleased to receive this grant from the Masons as it has allowed us to restore these artefacts which otherwise would have deteriorated further.
200-year-old Dutch Masonic parchment
The Museum is open by appointment on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday between 10am and 4pm. Anyone wishing to arrange a visit should call 01604-745681 or e-mail
Admission is free, although donations to aid the conservation work are welcome.