A Thread Through History
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Discover us at the-longest-yarn.com. We knitted and crocheted The Longest Day in time for the 80th Anniversary, June 6th 2024, 80 meters in 3D representing 80 years and the 80 day Battle of Normandy before they got to liberate Paris... this then toured the U.K. to include Ireland, we attracted 250,000 visitors! This work is now in USA for a year ... in the meantime we have undertaken a second one! This one is called Britain at War, presently being rolled out gradually with the full 80 meters along with our Army of Duty Calls figures will be unveiled 3rd September 2025 at Southwell Minster Nottinghamshire.
Knitted and Crocheted, two 80 metre 3D displays:
D Day & Britain at War
Created with guidance from historians retained by the project, to be historically accurate, each scene has been selected by the creator to depict the story of this momentous day in history, each scene unique and made with care.
With some of the scenes dedicated and depicting actual WW2 veterans that were in the theatre of war here in Normandy on 6th June.
Britain at War is a study on social history how Britain coped during those dark days between 3rd September 1939 to VE Day 8th May 1945
Get Ready to Visit!
Britain at War
Last chance to see Britain at War
in Plymouth Market Hall
Today, 28 June 9:30 to 4pm
Next stop: Pontardawe Heritage and Visitor Centre
opening Monday 30 June
Updated on 28 June 2025; information is correct to our knowledge. Please check the venue website before your visit.
Britain at War has begun its tour across the UK, with new panels and life-sized characters being added at each stop. The full collection of 80 panels will be revealed at Southwell Minster this September.
Generally the Longest Yarn exhibition is free to attend. However, some venues may request a small fee or donation to help cover their operating costs. Your support means the world to us, and purchasing our guidebook is a wonderful way to contribute, as it serves as our main source of funding.
Planning your visit is easy! Simply click here for all the information you need.
D-Day
Our D-Day 80-panel exhibition, featuring the life-sized hero Screaming Eagle Reg Alexander, is now touring the USA for an entire year.
Visit at the NAS Wildwood Museum
in Cape May until September 2025.
In 2026, the D-Day exhibition will return to its permanent home in Carentan, France.
Help Us Out
We are a non-profit association, fully self-funded to bring this exhibition to life, and we can’t do it without your support! Every contribution—big or small—makes a meaningful impact in helping us achieve our mission. By supporting us, you’re not just funding an exhibition; you’re becoming an essential part of a community effort to celebrate creativity, culture, and human connection. Your generosity helps cover crucial costs such as travel boxes and transportation, ensuring we can create an inspiring experience for everyone involved.
In addition, we are committed to giving back by donating all surplus funds to support veteran and assistance dog charities. Together, we can make a difference!
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