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Meet Queen Ahneva, Museum Founder Speaker
Join the Wise Women Weaver Workshop
Dear Sistars, Seniors,
You are warmly invited to join the “Wise Woman Weaver Workshop“ a welcoming gathering crafted especially for senior hearts and hands. In this sacred space, we will explore weaving as a path to healing, joy, and connection—mind, body, and spirit.
FOUNDERS DAYN FUNDRAISING GALA
Preserving Cultural Textiles
World Peacr Federation's
President Dr.Hung honored me with the Conscious Clock Award
Queen Ahneva Honored with Lifetime Award
A truly unforgettable moment occurred when the founder, Queen Ahneva Ahneva, was honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joseph R. Biden. This prestigious recognition underscored Queen Ahneva's dedication to promoting African Textiles and culture on a global scale. Wearing Ndope a treas
UNESCO Recognizes Barkcloth As Masterpiece
According to UNESCO, the process of making barkcloth existed before weaving was invented hence UNESCO declared it a “Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Cultural Heritage” in 2005 .
ATM is the custodians of Uganda's National Treasure.
Honoring African Textiles at UN
Africa’s Voice at the UN
According to UNESCO, the process of making barkcloth existed before weaving was invented hence UNESCO declared it a “Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Cultural Heritage” in 2005 .
Summit with Leaders
KENT CLOTH
Kente Cloth from Ghana is woven by men only this delicate process is a work of art.
INDIGO IS THE PRIDE OF NIGERIA.
INDIGO IS THE PRIDE OF NIGERIA.
Indigo Is The Pride of Nigeria.
The dye is made from a tree indigo Furga,
Sylvia McKendi: Art & Sustainability
Sylvia McKendi is a with a Designer focus on saving the planet.."The Cameroonian Experience "Exhibit pays homage to Sustainability. The entire collection is made from NATURE.
Share the Textile Heritage
Give your loved ones the opportunity to explore the world of "TEXTILE ART" with a "AFRICAN TEXTILE MUSEUM EXPERIENCE" . With the ATM GIFT CARD. This is a perfect gift for any occasion.
Uganda Celebrates Barkcloth Launch
The African Textile Museum is thrilled to share hat the Republic of Uganda has selected the museum to become the custodian of its national treasure, Barkcloth. This prestigious honor serves as a testament to the deep trust and recognition that Uganda has placed in the African Textile Museum as a guardian of cultural .
Explore Africa's Textile Heritage
Discover the rich textile traditions of Africa. Visit our newly opened Birthright Art Gallery and Gift Shop to experience the artistry and cultural significance of African textiles.
Collaborate & Celebrate Culture