The annual Project Threadways Symposium brings together scholars, activists, makers, and thinkers to present research, share stories, and encourage dialogue about history, community, and power—all through the lens of fashion and textiles. Presentations, dinners, exhibitions, and workshops create a multi-day experience in Florence, Alabama, centered on material culture and making. Conversations begin in our community and expand throughout the region, nation, and around the globe.
In 2024, our theme was The Future. On April 19-20, 2024, we gathered at The Factory in Florence, Alabama, and remotely to imagine a better way for textile manufacturing. Presenters considered the balance between art and business, connected heritage and healing, preserved craft and community, and looked to the past to chart a more sustainable future.
A recorded session of the event may be accessed by purchasing a virtual ticket here. Follow @alabamachanin and join our email list for updates.