Common Threads: Chinese, Haitian, and Ukrainian Fashion Connections
@ Ukrainian National Museum
2249 W Superior St Chicago, IL 60612
Opening Friday, October 13th, from 7PM - 9PM
Join the Chinese-American Museum of Chicago, Haitian American Museum of Chicago, and Ukrainian National Museum for a panel discussion on the connection of traditional techniques in modern trends from three corners of the world – America, Asia, and Europe. Global traditional garments will be showcased on mannequins and models, sharing commonality and influence of the three cultures and providing a new perspective of cultural heritage through clothing.
A Part the Chicago Cultural Alliance’s Inherit Chicago Festival – October 2017 – Inherit Chicago is a city wide festival of events focused on arts, ideas & performance hosted by 30 neighborhood-based heritage museums and cultural centers. Head to InheritChicago.org for a full list of events!
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