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Textiles Close Up July 2025
TSA Programs
Textiles Close Up Returns
IN PERSON - PHILADELPHIA | JULY 23
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Textiles Close Up July 2025
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Spring 2025 Newsletter
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Our Mission

Building a foundation of anti-racism and a culture of care, the mission of the Textile Society of America is to foster an international collective community—diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible—for the exchange and dissemination of knowledges and experiences about textiles worldwide.

Our Focus on Diversity

The Textile Society of America, an international organization, recognizes the profound global reach of textiles. We are committed to developing leadership initiatives, membership, and programming rooted in the plurality of textile histories, producers, and purposes. With an eye toward expanding our voices and audience, we will focus on inclusion of underrepresented groups, and advocacy for robust diversity of our personal and professional viewpoints.

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You Spoke, We Listened: TSA Programs Are Back

You Spoke, We Listened: TSA Programs Are Back

The Textile Society of America is excited to offer a dynamic lineup of in-person and virtual programs that connect textile enthusiasts across regions, generations, and traditions. From hands-on workshops and artist talks to film screenings and community celebrations, these events reflect TSA’s commitment to inclusive, accessible textile education and exchange. Here’s a look at what’s coming up and how you ...
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2025 Spring News, Member News, Programs, Textiles Close Up, TSA News
Textiles Close Up Returns + Research Travel Grant Now Open

Textiles Close Up Returns + Research Travel Grant Now Open

The Textile Society of America is pleased to announce the return of Textiles Close Up—TSA’s signature in-person program offering participants rare, behind-the-scenes access to textile collections, exhibitions, and contemporary practices. This summer, Textiles Close Up: Revolutionary Threads will take place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. This full-day experience invites attendees to explore Philadelphia’s rich intersections of textiles, ...
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Student/New Professional Award Recipient Reports

Student/New Professional Award Recipient Reports

The Student/New Professional Award was established by TSA’s Board of Directors (2004-2006) to support and encourage students and new professionals in the textile field to attend the biennial Symposium. The award acknowledges their fine contributions and covers the cost of symposium registration. These awards are presented biennially to selected TSA members who are currently either students in a textile-related field, ...
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Events

reTHREAD: Self-care and community care through textiles and nature

reTHREAD: Self-care and community care through textiles and nature

Starts:
June 1, 2025
Ends:
June 3, 2025
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Crochet/Tejidos & Tea Meet-up

Crochet/Tejidos & Tea Meet-up

Starts:
June 7, 2025
Ends:
June 7, 2025
Venue:
Nana’s Garden, Maryvale Community Center
Weave a Real Peace 2025 Annual Meeting

Weave a Real Peace 2025 Annual Meeting

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June 3, 2025
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June 7, 2025
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TSA’s 17th Biennial Symposium

Hidden Stories/Human Lives, our first virtual symposium, was a big success! Video recordings from all sessions are now available on Youtube.

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Symposium 2020 Boston MA

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🎉 TSA Programs Are Back! We heard you and we’ 🎉 TSA Programs Are Back! We heard you and we’re excited to share a fresh lineup of TSA programs happening this summer and fall! From hands-on gatherings and artist talks to film screenings and community events, we’re reconnecting across generations, geographies, and textile traditions.

🔹 Textiles Close Up returns July 23 in Philadelphia—registration is now open!
🔹 Research Travel Grant supports your upcoming travel, including a trip to Philly (apply by June 13)
🔹 Crochet meet-up in Phoenix | Contemporary Voices in Brooklyn | Virtual Screening 

✨ Whether you're joining in person or online, there's something for everyone.

👉 Visit link in bio to explore programs & apply for the travel grant »
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