Join the Textile Society of America for a 21-day textile study tour exploring the rich cultural landscapes of Rajasthan and Gujarat, India. This immersive journey guided by artist Ai Kijima and local guides Chiman Dangi (Udaipur–Jodhpur) and Shokat Ali (Jaisalmer–Ahmedabad), offers rare access to artisans, villages, and institutions where centuries-old traditions are still alive.
Participants will experience weaving, dyeing, block printing, quilting, and embroidery through hands-on workshops, community collaborations, and guided visits. With a balance of cultural immersion and academic depth, this program offers a unique opportunity to understand textiles in their living contexts. TSA is committed to ensuring fair wages and ethical exchange. All artisans, guides, and cultural partners involved in this 21-day study tour have set their own rates; TSA does not dictate or reduce their payment.
The tour price is $7,650, based on double occupancy, and includes all listed items in the program details as well as a $600 tax-deductible donation to TSA to support our programming. There is a single supplement price of $1,050 if you desire a single room. TSA Members received a 10% discount off tour price. There is an initial $560 non-refundable deposit due at the time of registration. Final payment is due, on or before FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025.
We are accommodating a group of 12 on this tour. If you want to join the tour, please contact TSA at info@textilesocietyofamerica.org, and we will forward link to registration portal.
You must be covered by travel and medical insurance that is valid for the location and duration of this trip. We strongly recommend that you obtain travel insurance as well, including coverage for trip cancellation, loss/ theft of baggage, delay, emergency evacuation, etc. TSA are not and cannot be responsible for these expenses.
