Open to educators of all subjects, pre-K–12; limited to 15 participants.

Cost: $30 members; $35 not-yet-members (all materials, gallery admission, parking validation, continental breakfast, and lunch included)

During this workshop, learn about Asian textiles from China, India, Japan, Persia (present-day Iran), and Turkey made between the fifteenth century and today, as well as their importance to global trade. After a tour of Weaving Splendor, join a discussion about the exhibition and curriculum connections while taking part in an on-site art-making activity and off-site excursion. 

Spend the morning touring the exhibition and participating in a silk-painting activity. Then, join us at Cheekwood in the Japanese Garden for an afternoon tea ceremony. 


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Weaving Splendor: Treasures of Asian Textiles from The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

Oct 7, 2022–Jan 2, 2023 | Ingram Gallery

This exhibition presents rarely seen Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Persian, and Turkish textiles drawn from the renowned collection of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Made with fine materials, exemplary techniques, and stunning artistry, Asian luxury textiles have been integral to global trade for centuries.  The exhibition traces the history of these works… Read More

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