George Washington University Museum & Textile Museum
Giving
Hosting
Meetings / Gatherings
Multidisciplinary offerings
Shopping
As a VENUE: Host your event…
The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum offers its spaces to host events that are mission related (art, fashion, textiles, DC history, international cultures, and museum studies) and support our GW community.
- Capacity: Seated Lecture – 90 guests; Café Style – 45 guests
Support the George Washington University Museum & Textile Museum… by simply booking your next special occasion here:
https://museum.gwu.edu/request-event-reservation
As a SHOP: Discover unique gifts…
The Artisans Gallery features unique or one-of-a-kind items that emphasize quality craftsmanship. Presenting a rotation of textiles from the Americas, Asia and Africa that relate to our museum collections. You can currently browse home goods, accessories and other textile products made by artisans in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, India, Indonesia, Mali, Nigeria, Peru and Uzbekistan — a thoughtfully selected array of * wearables * home décor * books, and * gifts inspired by textile traditions from around the globe. Selections emphasize handmade, fair trade, and sustainable products.
Support the George Washington University Museum & Textile Museum… by simply purchasing your specialty merchandise here:
Be a DONOR: Show that you care…
We are grateful for support from our members and donors that enables us to showcase textile art, global cultures, and local history through exhibitions, programs, and publications. Each contribution helps make the museum an exciting place of exploration for all ages.
Membership
Do you share our love of textiles and global cultures? Join our community as a museum member. Your membership sustains our exhibitions, educational programming, and hands-on training for the next generation of scholars and museum professionals. Membership at specified levels is offered: * Individual * Fellow * Supporter * Sponsor, and * Patron.
Donation
Donate to our annual fund to help sustain our operations, allowing us to care for our collections, advance scholarship, and create memorable visitor experiences.
- Donations at specified levels are designated, or you may customize your gift. Recurring gifts are encouraged. You may identify and underwrite efforts of your choice.
- Planned Giving: As you work on your will and other financial plans, museum and university staff can provide guidance on making a bequest, annuity, trust, or gift of real estate that can be a part of your lasting legacy.
- Sponsorship Opportunities: Individuals, corporations, and foundations can support specific exhibitions, programs, or events. The museum can tailor recognition opportunities and sponsor benefits to align with your priorities.
- Gifts of Art: Our museum collects historical textile art from Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and indigenous cultures of the Americas, as well as contemporary art. We welcome donations of exemplary artworks that fulfill our current collecting needs. As each collection item requires custom storage and care, we encourage you to consider a financial gift in tandem with your artwork donation.
The Museum Textile Council: If you are passionate about textile art, we invite you to join this group of patrons who provide philanthropic support and come together for unique experiences. Members of The Textile Museum Council each contribute at least $2,000 annually.
The council gathers at least twice a year to:
- Enjoy behind-the-scenes access to The Textile Museum Collection with insights from curators and conservators
- Socialize and network with fellow textile enthusiasts
- Tour private collections, artist studios, museum exhibitions, and art fairs in Washington, D.C., and other cities such as New York, Philadelphia, and Houston
Support the George Washington University Museum & Textile Museum… by simply joining, giving, or volunteering here: