Threads 2026, Fashion from handweavers and handspinners

Welcome to Threads 2026, a showcase of fashion from handweavers and handspinners! Join us at the Anchorage Museum on April 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Alaska Time) for a celebration of creativity and craftsmanship. Discover unique pieces crafted with care and passion by talented artisans. Immerse yourself in a world of texture, color, and artistry as we highlight the beauty of handmade fashion. Don't miss this opportunity to support local artists and experience the magic of handmade clothing up close. See you there!

Info: Come on in, find your seats and get ready for the show which will start promptly at 6:30 PM.

Info: We invite you to join us in the auditorium for a special show highlighting the artistry behind our garments and accessories. This event will provide descriptions of the various fibers utilized, the techniques employed, and the essential skills involved in crafting each piece featured in the showcase.

Info: Join us for cookies, non alcoholic beverages, and a chance for an up close view of garments in the show, our collection of handwoven items, and creations of our Guest Artist Scharine Kirchoff. Scharine is a weaver, spinner, and dyer, continuing three generations of Ryukyu textile artistry in her family. The showcase will debut a kimono created by a study group led by Scharine and sewn by her 90-year-old mother.

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