January 6, 2012 News British Rowing NewsBritish Rowing EventsRowing CommunityGB Rowing TeamIndoor RowingRowing & RegattaPartners#YourStoriesArchive Thames Heritage Tapestry on display in Oxford Rowing Community Part of a tapestry created by 50,000 schoolchildren is on display in Oxford until Thursday (12 January), giving a unique perspective of the River Thames from the eyes of the schoolchildren who live on its banks. Ashmolean Museum is playing host to a 3m by 14m section of the Thames Heritage Tapestry, created by children from schools across Oxfordshire. Over 200 primary, secondary, and special needs schools are involved in the project to create the Thames Tapestry, which will depict the river from its source in Gloucester to the Estuary in Southend-on-Sea. “The Thames Heritage Tapestry project is a totally joyful celebration of everything that makes the river so iconic,” said Lizzie Owen, Chief Executive of The Millennium Tapestry Company which – in partnership with the Thames Heritage Trust – is responsible for the project. “It is purely educational and wholly inclusive, providing everyone involved with a basis for acquiring new skills that will lead on to a lifelong learning adventure. We can’t wait to see the young people’s work displayed.” The Oxfordshire section of the Thames Tapestry can be seen for free at the Ashmolean Museam until January 12. For more information, visit www.ashmolean.org. Gallery Latest Stories World Cup 1: Bring on Belgrade! ‘To have this sort of depth as a squad is an extremely exciting way to start the Paris Paralympic cycle’ Clubs now suspended from competitions The journey to Paris 2024 starts now for the GB Rowing Team ‘It’s incredible for a rowing venue – there is so much atmosphere’ ?> ADVERT Without our members, we wouldn't be able to provide the guidance, support and emergency funding that we have been able to during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please consider continuing to support our sport by renewing or purchasing your British Rowing membership today.Renew Today