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Alcalá de Henares Hosts the 9th Bobbin Lace Makers Meeting

The annual event, organized by the Vía Complutense Women's Association and the Department of Equality, brought together artisans from various cities to preserve this tradition.

Generic image of hands working on bobbin lace.
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Generic image of hands working on bobbin lace.

The city of Alcalá de Henares was the venue for the 9th Bobbin Lace Makers Meeting, an event that gathered participants and visitors to celebrate and showcase the technique of this traditional art.

Last Saturday, the town of Alcalá de Henares became the hub of artisanal tradition with the celebration of the 9th Bobbin Lace Makers Meeting. This event, which attracted both participants and numerous visitors, took place at the Daoíz y Velarde School due to rain forecasts, thus ensuring the smooth running of all scheduled activities.
The organization was carried out by the Vía Complutense Women's Association, in collaboration with the Department of Equality. Throughout the day, the lace makers performed live demonstrations, allowing the public to closely appreciate the complexity and cultural value of this ancient technique.
The meeting not only featured artisans from Alcalá de Henares but also welcomed lace makers from various cities across Spain, enriching the exchange of knowledge and experiences. The day concluded at 2:00 PM with the end of the demonstrations and the official closing of the event.

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