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THE MUSEO DEL TESSUTO SHOP

Design, craftsmanship, sustainability and participation

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Crafted in Prato, Inspired by Tradition

Each product is the result of collaboration with artisans and designers who make sustainability their mission. Small, precious companies that create unique objects while respecting the environment and the people who produce them.

NELOO

Neloo is a brand of sustainable handcrafted jewellery and accessories.

SALMASTRA SWIMWEAR

Salmastra Swimwear is an artisan reality born in 2019 on the Tuscan coast, in Castiglioncello

SMASHING PLASTIC

Smashing Plastic was established in Prato in 2020

VINCENZO NASUTO

Is an artist and graphic designer who lives in the province of Arezzo and is an expert in printing on fabrics.

ALICE FERDICO

Alice Ferdico is a Florentine artisan and young creative woman who founded LICORICE ROOT

ALMENO NEVICASSE

Project that promotes sustainability through the use of quality second-hand garments

BIANCA HODSELLE

Bianca Hodselle is a young embroidery designer and expert embroiderer

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The Heart of Italian Textiles

The Museo del Tessuto is the largest cultural centre in Italy dedicated to the promotion of historical and contemporary textile production and art. The Museum represents the historical memory and the cultural interface of the Prato district, which has been identified with textile production since the Middle Ages. Today the district boasts over 7,000 companies operating in this sector.

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Did you know?

Prato is home to the largest textile museum in Italy, the Museo del Tessuto, which showcases centuries of textile innovation and craftsmanship. The city has been a hub for textile production since the Middle Ages, earning it the nickname "The Textile Capital of Italy

why visit?

Visit Museo del Tessuto

Dive into the rich history of textiles and craftsmanship at Museo del Tessuto, a unique destination in the heart of Prato. Explore centuries-old techniques, marvel at intricate designs, and learn about the evolution of fabric production that shaped the region’s identity.

Whether you’re a design enthusiast, a history lover, or simply curious about Italian heritage, the museum offers interactive exhibits, fascinating artifacts, and inspiring workshops. It’s not just a museum—it’s a journey through art, culture, and innovation.

Plan your visit today and discover the story behind every thread!

DIOCESAN MUSEUMS OF PRATO

Museo dell’Opera del Duomo was founded in 1967, next to the Cathedral.

PESCIA PAPER MUSEUM

The Pescia Paper Museum aims to preserve and hand down the ancient art of processing

MONTEVARCHI CASSERO FOR ITALIAN SCULPTURE

Cassero for Italian sculpture of the 19th and 20th centuries is housed in the historic premises of Cassero di Montevarchi

MONTEVARCHI PALEONTOLOGY MUSEUM

For about two centuries, the Palaeontology Museum of Accademia Valdarnese del Poggio has pursued the purpose of collecting

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AN ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY PROJECT

prato in numbers

7,000

companies in the fashion sector, with more than 2,000 specifically in textiles.
2 billions

euros in exports, highlighting Prato's significant role in the global textile market.
18,651

visitors explored the Museo del Tessuto in 2022, experiencing its rich exhibits.
15%

of the world's textile waste is recycled in Prato, a leading hub for sustainability.

contacts

Museo del Tessuto
Via Puccetti 3 – 59100 Prato (PO)
+39 0574 611503

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TICKETS

Reservation is recommended for individual visitors. Reservation required for groups.

Tuesaday, Wednesday, Thursday:
10 AM – 3 PM
Friday, Saturday:
10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday: 3 – 7 PM
Closed Mondays

OPENING HOURS