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ABOUT THE EXCHANGE

The Exchange is a community-led arts & crafts organisation that uses the heritage of our home, Erith’s Grade II listed Old Library, to inspire new programmes and activities that bring people together and demonstrate the power of community craft and action.

This includes our award-winning Community Maker WORKSHOPS, and an inclusive Community-Led events programme.

Whether you are looking for a great day out, or to join us on our mission for community-led change, there is a place for you here and we would love to welcome you.

Find out more about The Exchange here.

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Make A VISIT

On your next free day, why not pop down?

Explore our heritage building, take time in our beautiful garden (designed by award-winning designer Sarah Price), discover our work and our Workshops, and grab a coffee in our Garden Room Shop & Coffee Bar.

We also hold regular events, including Garden and Building Tours - check out our What’s On page for details.

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events & PROGRAMMES

Our regular programme includes:

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THURSDAY EVENINGS

UPCOMING EVENTS

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FAMILY ART CLUB

Every quarter we have a new events programme. Here are just a few things coming up - click here for the full calendar.

COMMISSION CRAFT & COMMUNITY

Like what we do? Well, you can buy our craft - or commission us to make something bespoke. By doing so, you will support all of the above and help us to keep crafting community at The Exchange.

Visit our Sales Website here.

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Person assembling a wooden chair frame on a wooden workbench.

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