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The Longest Yarn – a thread through history
The Longest Yarn is an 80 metre long 3D knitted and crocheted art work depicting The Longest Day, 6th June 1944. It was created by knitters and crocheters across the world – Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Great Britain and Europe – to mark the 80th anniversary of D Day in 2024.
Each panel has been created in great detail and shows part of the experience of the sailors, soldiers and airmen who planned and took part in the Normandy landings. Through its 80m of panels, The Longest Yarn creates a picture of their experience.
This remarkable art work will be open to the public at St Macartin’s Cathedral, Enniskillen from 14th January to 8th February and is the only venue on the island of Ireland where the installation can be seen. Viewing takes place from 10am - 4pm each day and copies of The Longest Yarn Guidebook – the official guide to the installation – can be purchased at the cathedral. These cost £5 and the money raised goes towards the maintenance and care of The Longest Yarn installation.
While entry to see The Longest Yarn is free, donations towards the cost of hosting the event would be much appreciated by St Macartin’s Cathedral.
For further information, please see the Longest Yarn website: https://www.thelongestyarn.com/
For information about the visit to St Macartins, please contact the Cathedral Office 028 66322917.
