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Stoddard Stories

Over 143 years, Stoddard’s carpet factory in Elderslie became more than just a workplace – it grew into a thriving hub for the local community. From 1862 until its site closure in 2003, generations of Renfrewshire families crossed the field, clocked in, and contributed to the production and sale of one of Scotland’s most valuable creative assets of the twentieth century: Stoddard’s renowned carpets. This exhibition draws on the memories of those who worked within the factory’s walls – from the skilled designers to the meticulously organised admin staff who kept the company running for over a century. This is the story of Stoddard’s, told straight from the workers’ mouths.

FREE Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat till 7th of November 2026