WEAVING CLOUDS: TEXTILES OF CENTRAL ASIA

February 3, 2026 - May 6, 2026 (TBC)

As the inaugural exhibition in the new gallery space at 131 W Grace Street, the Madison Art Collection presents Weaving Clouds: Textiles of Central Asia. This student-curated and designed exhibition offers a dazzling exploration of the world of ikat weaving that blossomed along the Silk Road. Visitors will discover the ancient roots of the kaftan and how Uzbek, Tajik, Kazakh, and Jewish artisans crafted garments to blend fashion, function, and beauty. Through their patterns, dyes, and threads, these textiles tell stories of collective identity, craftsmanship, and resilience as well as the enduring exchange of material cultures across the globe. Weaving Clouds not only showcases the rich, vibrant heritage of Central Asian art, but also celebrates textiles as living connections to the past, weaving together cultural narratives that continue to shape identities and inspire global fashion today.