Photo courtesy of Mae Colburn
Title: Wool Skirts: Collection Visit with Mae Colburn
Date & Time: Saturday, January 25th, 2025 at 11:45AM (Tour begins promptly at 12:00PM)
Capacity: 12
Admission: Free! (Open to A.R.T. Members only)
Location: 4250 Richards Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Visit a collection of more than 600 second hand wool skirts amassed by Mae Colburn’s grandmother Audrey between the 1960s and the 1990s. Stored in her basement for decades, then later in Mae’s parents’ garage, the collection now lives in her weaving studio in Brooklyn, NY. Earlier this year Mae worked with her family to document and photograph each skirt. This visit will introduce the history of the collection, the documentation process to date, as well as research pathways and possibilities for this collection and others like it. Please review the objects on the project’s website and email Mae photos of any particular skirts you wish to view during the visit.
This is an in-person event limited to 12 people. Registration is non-transferable. Please note that you MUST reserve a ticket in advance online in order to attend this event.
In the occasion that the event is sold out, we highly recommend joining the waitlist. An ART staff member will reach out to you if a spot becomes available. Unless you've been given permission, please do not show up at the event without registering.
About
Mae Colburn is a New York-based artist whose work combines archives, research, and weaving. She currently works as archivist for tapestry artist Helena Hernmarck and collaborates with Mariah Smith on Rag Rug Study Group, a research project about textiles produced using worn, surplus, and discarded materials. Read more about Mae’s project here.
How to find Mae Colburn’s Studio
Mae Colburn’s studio is located in Red Hook at 4250 Richards Street Brooklyn, NY 11231. Take the G train to Carol St. and walk West into Red Hook, or take the B61 bus to Van Brunt/Commerce St. and walk East 1 block to Richards St. Meet the Art Programming Committee Volunteers at the corner of Richards Street and Commerce Street.
Please note that the studio is up a small flight of stairs with no elevator access. It is suggested that visitors dress warmly, as the studio has limited heating.
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