As well as a collection of costume and textiles the Museum is also fortunate in being able to display a magnificent collection of ceramics and glass from the later part of the nineteenth century through to the present day. This is the property of a private collector, who has generously made it available on long-term loan. It includes Laurence McGowan's magnificent Royston Charger, commissioned to commemorate the beginning of a new millennium. The front gallery houses the Royston Tapestry, a project which, when finished, will rival the Bayeux Tapestry in its skill and originality. The project was launched through the enthusiasm and tenacity of a former curator, Jane Vincent, whose aim was to depict scenes of interest from Royston's past with a more imaginative and eye-catching display. The designs have been the work of two artists: Danni Kaye who drew the first five scenes, and Martin Kaszak, who has produced the remaining drawings up to and including the Dissolution of the Monasteries. The embroiderers are members of the staff and public.The Tapestry is really an embroidery in the manner of the Bayeux Tapestry; worked in crewel wool on a continuous length of linen, it will be 110 feet long when completed, and will be on permanent display in the Museum.