A Ribbon Runs Through It: Textiles from The Columbus Museum

The history of the Chattahoochee River Valley is thoroughly intertwined with the history of textiles in the region. The first local textile mill opened in 1833, sparking a wave of production that harnessed the power of the river. After the Civil War, textile manufacturing dominated the region’s economy, and in many ways its culture, for more than a century. This exhibition features highlights from the Museum’s textile collection, as well as material culture and imagery of the region’s textile manufacturing history. The curators, in collaboration with Columbus State University, have also commissioned artist Sheila Pepe to create a site-specific installation, which can be seen in the Schley Gallery.

This exhibition was generously sponsored by WC Bradley Co.