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Mar 29, 2023 · Located in downtown Toronto, we are the only museum in Canada dedicated to exploring the human experience through textiles. The Museum ignites creativity, inspires wonder, and sparks conversation through the stories held within our global collection of textiles, and active engagement with contemporary art practices.
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The Textile Museum of Canada has a permanent collection of more than 15,000 textiles from around the world. Covering 2,000 years of textile history, the collection includes fabrics, ceremonial cloths, garments, carpets, quilts and related artifacts.
- Kirsten Kamper
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We are the only museum in Canada delivering programs and exhibitions dedicated solely to textile arts. The Museum ignites creativity, inspires wonder, and sparks conversation through the stories held within our global collection of textiles, and active engagement with contemporary art practices.
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The Textile Museum of Canada’s collection consists of more than 15,000 objects including a salmon skin suit from China; 2,000 year old Nazca fragments from Peru; and a hooked rug by artist Florence Ryder (Standing Buffalo Reserve, Saskatchewan) that incorporates traditional Sioux designs.
Learn how to plan your visit to the Textile Museum of Canada, including opening hours, ticket reservations, health and safety measures, and FAQ. Explore the exhibitions, programs, shop, and Textile Learning Hub at this cultural institution.