I have always been curious about tapestries, and that’s what led me to the Textile Museum at first. I was very surprised at how many different items they had on display. Here you can look at history through a collection of fabrics, garments, carpets, quilts and more. But in addition to the exhibits, the Museum has a “Fibrespace” area, where you can get a hands-on experience with the techniques used to make many of the artifacts that are on display. It’s a fun and interesting way to see how and why different cultures use textiles to make their world more beautiful, and I came away with a much greater appreciation for textile artists.