.American Tapestry Biennial 13

Jun 16, 2021

A surreal painting of a face with blue eyes, red lips, and peeling, scale-like skin against a red background. Flower petals and reptilian textures blend into the face, creating a fragmented, dreamlike effect. — TAP'D IN: Gabriela Cristu Sgarbura's 'Uvendenrode' is one of many new pieces to enjoy at the reopened Museum of Quilts & Textiles.

Ready to get your stitch fix? This Friday, the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles reopens to the general public with three new exhibits. Throughout the pandemic, the museum stayed engaged with stitchers and quilters near and far via weekly Textile Talks and other online offerings. Those services will continue, but stitch stans now have the chance to experience exhibitions like the 13th annual American Tapestry Biennial in person, alongside an extended showing of Kira Dominguez Hultgren’s recent solo exhibition of woven sculptures and installations, I Was India. Advance reservations available.

American Tapestry Biennial
Fri, 11am-3pm, $8
520 S. First Street, San Jose

Grace Stetson

Born and raised in Sunnyvale, Grace Stetson is a freelance journalist and content strategist currently based in Santa Cruz. She mainly covers housing, development and homelessness for publications in Santa Cruz County, but additionally writes on arts and entertainment topics for publications across the greater Bay Area. When not working, you can find her at a local coffee shop, independent movie theater, or out on a hiking trail.