Admission is Free | Open Wed–Sun

Admission is Free | Open Wed–Sun

Abstract patterned fabric with orange base, black and pink linear designs
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Summer Solstice Party

June 21, 2022 | 5:30PM - 8:30PM

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Celebrate the beginning of summer and the exhibition Aboriginal Screen-Printed Textiles from Australia’s Top End, on view through July 10. Enjoy a reception with live musical entertainment, Australian food, and Accolade Wines. Join an exhibition walk-through and make your own bandana featuring original designs by Aboriginal artists from Jilamara Arts & Crafts Association in partnership with Self Help Graphics & Art.

Image: Kieren Karritpul (b. 1994) of Merrepen Arts, Basket, designed 2015, printed 2019; screen print, three stencils, cotton and ink; Fowler Museum at UCLA,X2019.11.2; Museum purchase with Fowler Textile Council funds

 

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ceramic and woven art objects including a chair, basket, and animal figurines in orange on blue background

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woven textile with geometric patterns made of natural fibers in brown, red, and black colors

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