Member Program: Tour of “Enduring Traditions: Celebrating the World of Textiles”
In Person, Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1-2 p.m. EDT
"Suzani" (detail), Uzbekistan, 19th century. The Textile Museum Collection 2015.11.90. Gift of Guido Goldman in honor of Bruce P. Baganz.
Members are invited to join curators Shelley Burian, Sumru Belger Krody and Lee Talbot for an exclusive look at the museum's second centennial exhibition, Enduring Traditions: Celebrating the World of Textiles. Members will learn about ways textiles reflect the traditions of communities across the globe through masterpieces such as Chinese minority textiles, a family heirloom sari, a dazzling embroidered “suzani” from Uzbekistan and traditional garments from throughout Latin America.
Another member tour will be offered on Friday, August 15, at 1 p.m.
This program is part of The Textile Museum’s centennial celebrations in 2025.
Speakers
Shelley Burian, Lisa and Bernard Selz Curator, The Textile Museum Collection
Sumru Belger Krody, senior curator, The Textile Museum Collection
Lee Talbot, curator, The Textile Museum Collection
About the Exhibition
Around the globe, textiles have long played a role in celebrations, performances and religious ceremonies. On the occasion of The Textile Museum’s centennial, Enduring Traditions: Celebrating the World of Textiles explores the cultural significance of treasures from the collection. From festival robes to palace carpets, these exceptional textiles reveal the traditions and values of communities across continents. Learn more about the exhibition
How to Participate
This program is for museum members and will take place in person at the museum. Space is limited, so please register online to reserve your spot. If you are not currently a member, you can join or renew online.
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