"Weaving Narratives: African Textiles in Iowa" Opening Ceremony

Schedule

Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

160 W. Burlington Street, SMA, Iowa City, IA, United States, Iowa 52242 | Iowa City, IA

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Celebrate the opening of "Weaving Narratives: African Textiles in Iowa" at the Stanley Museum of Art.
Join us for an afternoon of opening remarks, refreshments, and art, as we celebrate the rich artistic traditions of African textiles and the vibrant African communities of eastern Iowa.
Through written materials and video-recorded interviews, the exhibition centers upon African textiles in the Stanley Museum of Art permanent collection and the voices from the African community in Iowa City.
This event is free and open to all. Visitors are invited to strengthen relationships, share cultures, and appreciate the incredible artistry that connects us all.
Learn more: https://stanleymuseum.uiowa.edu/weaving-narratives-african-textiles-iowa
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160 W. Burlington Street, SMA, Iowa City, IA, United States, Iowa 52242

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University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art

Host or Publisher University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art

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