Inspired by the history of domestic labor and Alice Walker’s In Search of Our Mothers’ Gardens, this talk will explore the concept of “domestic artists” through artifacts and ephemera. The home, and particularly the textiles in and around it, can be a space of function but also reveal expressions of creativity, artistry, and family heritage. This research reframes acts of homemaking as the work of generations of makers, preserving a legacy of often overlooked art practices.

Date
Wednesday, June 4th, 2025

Time
4:30-6pm EST

Location
Zoom, a link will be sent to participants before the lecture

Cost
Tickets for this event are sold on a sliding scale with a suggested donation of $25, but if you wish to pay less or more than the suggested donation, you may select a different amount from the drop down menu. As always, we are grateful for your support, which ensures the continuation and preservation of textile knowledge. Thank you for making this series possible. 

Tatter Library is a registered 501(c)3. Our speaker series is part of our community programming and proceeds support the continued success of our talks with artists, scholars, and historians we admire. For this event, all ticket proceeds will go towards keeping this series alive. 

Scholarships
We have two scholarships available for this experience. To be considered for a scholarship please email info@tatter.org requesting the scholarship application form.

Recording
This lecture will be recorded. A link to the recording will be emailed to all those who register following the live session. This link is live for one month for you to watch at your convenience.