The “material-turn” in the humanities has brought increased attention to the study of craft in art and design history, decorative arts and … [Read more...] about Shared Ground
Conferences & Symposia
11th International Shibori Symposium
The 11th International Shibori Symposium (11 ISS) spans three regions of Japan, connecting traditional shibori and design centers in Nagoya, the … [Read more...] about 11th International Shibori Symposium
11 ISS Inland Sea & Kyōto Tour
11th International Shibori Symposium - Pre-symposium Tour Sail across the Setouchi inland sea to experience a unique dichotomy of rural island culture … [Read more...] about 11 ISS Inland Sea & Kyōto Tour
The Material Turn
The Material Codes project and the Textiles and Materiality Research Cluster co-host a one day symposium at the Milieux Institute to … [Read more...] about The Material Turn
INTERWOVEN:Dress that Crosses Borders and Challenges Boundaries
The border has emerged as a key conceptual device in recent political and social history. Join us as we consider the role of dress in transcending … [Read more...] about INTERWOVEN:Dress that Crosses Borders and Challenges Boundaries
Precious Cloth and Court Culture AD 400-1600
The Early Textiles Study Group's 2017 Conference 'Precious Cloth and Court Culture 400-1600AD' will be held at Lucy Cavendish College, University of … [Read more...] about Precious Cloth and Court Culture AD 400-1600
Intermountain Weavers Conference 2017
One-day and three-day workshops in various fiber arts. Registration opens Feb 1, 2017. Go to www.intermountainweavers.org for more information or to … [Read more...] about Intermountain Weavers Conference 2017
Friction, Fray, and Fabric: Textiles in the First World War
Announcing the 2017 Symposium July 27 – 29, 2017 Over the course of three days in July, we will gather in Harrisonburg and its environs to … [Read more...] about Friction, Fray, and Fabric: Textiles in the First World War
National African American Quilt Convention
African American Quilt Museum and Textile Academy will host the first ever National African American Quilt Conference, a citywide event in celebration … [Read more...] about National African American Quilt Convention
INTERWOVEN: Dress that Crosses Borders and Challenges Boundaries
The Association of Dress Historians (ADH) supports and promotes the study and professional practice of dress and textile history. Please join us for … [Read more...] about INTERWOVEN: Dress that Crosses Borders and Challenges Boundaries
