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2026 Winner of the R. L. Shep Award
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2026 Winner of the R.L. Shep Award

"The Teachings of Mutton: A Coast Salish Woolly Dog"

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2026 Winner of the R. L. Shep Award
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Puzzle-Solving the History of
Cabo Verdean Textiles

December 1, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. EST
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Gur Inbar, A Thread of Clay, 2024, sheep wool yarn; dyeing, freehand tufting, 165×140 cm (photo: David Seth).

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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.

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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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Announcing the 2026 Winner of the R. L. Shep Award

Announcing the 2026 Winner of the R. L. Shep Award

The Teachings of Mutton: A Coast Salish Woolly Dog (Harbour Publishing, 2025) by Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa with Coast Salish Contributors (Alison Ariss, Kerrie Charnley, Snumithia' Violet Elliott, Tuwuxwul't-hw Tyrone Elliott, Andrea Fritz, Chepximiya Siyam Chief Janice George, Danielle Morsette, Michael (CHiX-ap-kaid) Pavel, sa' hLa mitSa Susan Pavel, Xweliqwiya Rena Point Bolton, Quwasen Debra Sparrow, Jared Qwustenuxun Williams, Eliot White-Hill, Senaqwila Wyss, ...
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Awards, R.L. Shep Award, TSA Announcements, TSA Updates
Special Issue of the Journal of Textile Design Research and Practice

Special Issue of the Journal of Textile Design Research and Practice

The Textile Society of America is pleased to announce that the latest special issue of the Journal of Textile Design Research and Practice, titled "Shifts and Strands: Textile Legacies, Regenerative Practices, and Future Possibilities," is now available online. This marks the third special issue developed through TSA’s collaboration with the Journal, continuing a shared commitment to advancing textile research on ...
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2026 News, Journal of Textile Design Research and Practice, Symposium 2024, TSA Updates
Judges Shortlist Four Books for the R. L. Shep Memorial Book Award

Judges Shortlist Four Books for the R. L. Shep Memorial Book Award

The Textile Society of America is pleased to announce the top four finalists for the 2026 R. L. Shep Memorial Book Award for books published in 2025. The award is given annually to the publication judged to be the best book of the year in the field of global cultural heritage textile studies. This year’s finalists are, in alphabetical order ...
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2026 News, Awards, R.L. Shep Award, TSA Announcements, TSA Updates
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Puzzle-Solving the History of Cabo Verdean Textiles

Puzzle-Solving the History of Cabo Verdean Textiles

Starts:
December 1, 2026
Ends:
December 1, 2026
Venue:
Zoom
Recording of the Colloquium Fall 2026: (re)Generation: Fibers of Resilience & Renewal

Recording of the Colloquium Fall 2026: (re)Generation: Fibers of Resilience & Renewal

Starts:
October 13, 2026
Ends:
January 7, 2027
Venue:
NO VENUE
The Teachings of Mutton: A Conversation with R. L. Shep Memorial Book Award Winner Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa

The Teachings of Mutton: A Conversation with R. L. Shep Memorial Book Award Winner Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa

Starts:
February 8, 2027
Ends:
February 8, 2027
Venue:
Zoom
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Join Dr. Maggy Fragoso, a 2026 Textile Society of Join Dr. Maggy Fragoso, a 2026 Textile Society of America Research Travel Grant recipient, for “Puzzle-solving the Cabo Verdean textiles through historical documents and oral tradition,” a free online talk exploring archival research, handweaving traditions, and connections between Cabo Verde and Guinea-Bissau. The talk takes place Tuesday, December 1, at 11 AM EST on Zoom; registration is required. Register via link in bio or visit textilesocietyofamerica.org.
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