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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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The Textile Society of America is pleased to announce that Tyrrell Tapaha is the recipient of the 2022 Brandford/Elliott Award for Excellence in Fiber Arts.
Tyrrell Tapaha is a Dinéweaver and fiber artist that encompasses the intergenerational pastoral living handed down through Tapaha’s grandfather, great-grandmother, and other relatives.
...Announcing the 2024 Recipient of the Brandford/Elliott Award: Nastassja Swift
The Textile Society of America is pleased to announce that Tyrrell Tapaha is the recipient of the 2022 Brandford/Elliott Award for Excellence in Fiber Arts.
Tyrrell Tapaha is a Dinéweaver and fiber artist that encompasses the intergenerational pastoral living handed down through Tapaha’s grandfather, great-grandmother, and other relatives.
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Artisans by Design: An Odyssey of Education for Textile Artisans in India
Artisans by Design: An Odyssey of Education for Textile Artisans in India- Book Launch
Weaving and Fiber Festival (WeFF) 2024
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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.