The town has a long history of hat making
Work has taken place over the past four years to update and improve the building and displays.READ MORE: 'As we see time and again, this government is off-loading problems and refusing to pick up the bill'Stockport became a key location for hatting in the 17th century and the industry was once the town's main employer.
"The Hat Works is a unique thing here, there isn't another one anywhere else in the country and we're very proud of our heritage. "With all the good things that are happening for the future such as the regeneration and investment in our town, it's important to remember where we've come from and Stockport is a town with a proud heritage and we've never lost that connection.The Hat Works is used as a creative hub for groups such as mental health charity Arc, which offers classes in the building.
Councillor Frankie Singleton, cabinet member for communities, culture and sport at Stockport council, said: "The re-opening of the Hat Works is perfectly timed just before Stockport's Town of Culture Weekender.
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