The Gloria F. Ross Center, founded in 1997, fosters the creative practice and cultural study of tapestry. Our research projects and public programs address the art of traditional and contemporary tapestry, hand-woven in many societies from ancient to modern times. We encourage the scholarly understanding and public appreciation of tapestries. Our activities include:

• conducting active interdisciplinary research;

• organizing and supporting artistic, historical, and cultural programs;

• honoring scholarly excellence in research, publication, exhibition, and teaching; and

• collaborating with other organizations and individuals with similar goals.

In this website, you will find examples of our varied activities. In addition to learning about our founder, trustees, director, and staff, you can link to many other tapestry sites. We hope that, whether you are a weaver, collector, curator, or newcomer, you will discover many useful connections to tapestry-related resources.  For specific information about any photo, click on Photo Credits at the bottom of each page.

Thanks for visiting. We look forward to receiving your comments and questions.