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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian American Art Museum: Cynthia Schira

For Students 9th - 10th
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, Cynthia Schira is described here along with information on her contributions to art through textiles and textile design.
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Handout
Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian American Art Museum: Michael Olszewski

For Students 9th - 10th
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, Michael Olszewski is described here along with information on his contributions to art through textile design.
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Article
PBS

Pbs: America 1900: The China Market

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this brief excerpt of a Cornell historian regarding the importance of the Chinese market for American textiles in 1900.
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Lesson Plan
Other

Kente Paper Weaving

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A lesson plan that introduces young students to African textiles. This is a simple paper weaving instructional activity based on African Kente cloth. Includes instructional activity adaptations.
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Other

Thrivenc.com: Key Industries in North Carolina

For Students 9th - 10th
Some of the key industries that are thriving in North Carolina include advanced manufacturing, aerospace and aviation, defense, automotive, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, green and sustainable energy, financial services, software and...
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Handout
Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian American Art Museum: Yvonne Porcella

For Students 9th - 10th
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, Yvonne Porcella is described here along with information on her contributions to art through fiber arts and textile design.
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Curated OER

Wedding Gown, Nishijin Textile.

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Traditional Crafts of Japan site contains information on the art of weaving in Japan. It discusses the silk, the weaves, the loom and the future. Pictures are provided along with links to additional information.
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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Piece of Wool Textile

For Students 9th - 10th
This rectangular piece of wool is decorated with stylized ducks and rabbits and Kufic inscription with foliage and floral designs.
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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Textile Fragment With Chalice

For Students 9th - 10th
The circular linen fragment bears the blazon of the cupbearer in brown.
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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Piece of Ayyubid Linen Textile

For Students 9th - 10th
This piece of linen material is traced to the seventh century after Hijra (thirteenth century AD) from the Ayyubids era.
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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Piece of Textile Divided in Two

For Students 9th - 10th
This piece of cloth is woven from linen and wool and decorated with stylized people riding animals.
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Other

Silk

For Students 9th - 10th
Information about the origin of silk and the versatile garments that are made from it. Includes a glossary of the various kinds of silk.
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Website
Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Los Angeles County Museum of Art: The Legacy of Genghis Khan

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibition explores the influence and legacy of Genghis Khan throughout Asia following the Mongol invasions. The exhibit contains images of beautiful pieces of artwork, sculpture, textiles, ceramics, and more.
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Royal Botanic Gardens

Plant Cultures: Cotton

For Students 9th - 10th
Cotton is used to make over 40% of the world's textiles. You will find many interesting facts and a wealth of information about cotton on this informative resource.
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Website
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Politics and Economics: Motul De San Jose, Peten

For Students 9th - 10th
Excavations at Motul de San Jose indicate that the site was more populated than previously thought. Findings indicate that production of textiles, tools, and ceramics were carried out in this city-state.
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Handout
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Household Archaeology in Coastal Oaxaca, Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers dimensions of Mixtec household and density of urban village. Household ritual included food processing, tool and textile production, and ceramic production using molds. The importance of Rio Viejo as an urban center is discussed.
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International Institute of Social History

International Institute of Social History: Representatives of Brother Nationalit

For Students 9th - 10th
From the International Institute of Social History this is "Representatives of brother nationalities visit a textile machinery plant" a Chinese political propaganda poster by an unknown designer, ca. 1970-1975.
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Website
Library of Congress

Loc: Preparing, Protecting, Preserving Family Treasures

For Students 9th - 10th
Advice from the Library of Congress about how to store, display, and protect family heirlooms, such as photographs, books, letters, and textiles.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of the American Indian: Infinity of Nations

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibtion of artwork and artifacts from geographic regions across the Americas highlights the historic significance and diversity of material culture produced by Native Americans, past to present. With examples of textiles, ceramics,...
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Activity
Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of the American Indian: A Song for the Horse Nation

For Students 9th - 10th
This exhibit from the National Museum of the American Indian explores the close relationship of Native Americans and their horses through art, pottery, textiles, artifacts, and photographs. It traces this relationship from the 15th...
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Lesson Plan
University of Maryland

Morality in Manufacturing: The Case of Bowen and Mc Namee [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Using primary source documents as evidence, students will create an annotated illustration depicting the situation among textile merchants in New York City while deciding in what ways do personal values influence business decisions.
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Website
Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago

For Students 9th - 10th
At the online home of the Art Institute of Chicago, browse the full scope and focus of the museum's collections of French impressionism, photography, architectural drawing, European decorative arts, American art, textiles, African art,...
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Interactive
South Carolina Educational Television

Etv: The Last Auction

For Students 9th - 10th
Interactive experience that allows students to walk through a small, farming town in South Carolina, and see its transition from a tobacco farming community and a textile based economy to a new economy. Witness the residents' struggles...
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Other

Cross Innovation Hub Hamburg: Cross Innovation Network

For Students 9th - 10th
This platform displays cross-sectoral and cross-disciplinary innovation activities from all over Europe. Example projects include the use of algae to remove pollutants from water, harnessing thermal energy from roofs, and reusing...

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