The production of textiles was the dominant industry in Dundee for many years, directly employing 50,000 people in the city (half the working population) by the end of the 19th century, as well as many more thousands in associated trades such as shipbuilding, transportation, and engineering.

At the time Dundee supplied the majority of the world's demand for jute products, meaning it was also of importance for both Scottish and British histories.

It covers topics such as manufacturing, research and development, end products, quality control, textile engineering, the industry's Indian connections, and the lives of the workers.

Objects include machinery patterns, jute and flax products, small tools, technical drawings, plans, and quality control and testing equipment.

Verdant Works is a fully accredited museum and has won numerous awards, both national and international, as well as being a 5-star-rated tourist attraction with Visit Scotland.