Artist and conservator Stacey L. Kirby discusses her work with textiles and costume and the treatments she completed on textiles on view in Continental Shift: Recent Acquisitions of African Art. Free, but space is limited; registration required below. This event is part of UNC–Chapel Hill’s Campus Life Experience (CLE) program. Students who attend can scan the QR code provided at the event to receive CLE credit.
African Textiles at the Ackland II is an educational gallery talk focusing on the preservation and history of African garments. Artist and conservator Stacey L. Kirby will share her professional insights on restoring the specific pieces currently on display in the museum's recent acquisitions exhibition. This free one-hour program is best suited for high school students and adults interested in art, fashion, or history. Registration is required in advance because gallery space is limited. It is a smart Sunday afternoon pick for parents looking to support a teenager's interest in art careers. The presentation offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the science and skill required to keep historic textiles alive.
