Special Announcement from the Textile Museum of Canada Board
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Eye of the Earth

Now Open

Through the artwork of Nigerian artist Samuel Nnorom, Eye of the Earth highlights the intertwined narratives of colonialization, forced migration, displacement, overconsumption, production, and identity.

Beyond the Vanishing Maya

Now Open

The first exhibition of its kind, featuring contemporary Maya artworks curated by Maya curator Diego Ventura Puac-Coyoy.

Explore our Textile Reuse Program

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Shop sustainable, affordable and community-minded by purchasing your making supplies for our Textile Reuse Program!

Explore Our Collection

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While only a small percentage of our collection can be displayed in our galleries at once, our online collection allows you to access all 15,000+ objects from over 200 regions of the world, 24 hours a day!

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Join us for exciting exhibitions, programs, and more.

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Welcome to the Textile Museum of Canada

Located in downtown Toronto, we are the only museum in Canada dedicated to exploring the human experience through textiles.

At the Textile Museum of Canada, we are challenging outdated, colonial portrayals of art—especially Indigenous art. Our current major exhibition Beyond the Vanishing Maya: Voices of a Land in Resistance represents a groundbreaking shift in museum curation, and you can be part of this powerful movement.

By donating $25, $50, or even $100, you can help support our work!

 

What’s On

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Exhibition
Taking Shape: Recent Acquisitions
Oct 30, 2025, 12pm – Aug 1, 2026, 5pm
Exhibition
Made By Many: 50 Years of the Textile Museum of Canada
Oct 30, 2025, 12pm – Sep 1, 2026, 5pm
Exhibition
Reflections: Cultures and Collections in Dialogue
Apr 2, 2026, 12pm – Jun 7, 2026, 5pm
Exhibition
Always In Fashion
May 1, 2026, 12pm – Jan 3, 2027, 5pm
Program
Art Gallery of Burlington: Art Bus
May 16, 2026, 12pm – May 16, 2026, 5pm
Program
Second Life: Brew up a Punch Needle Pal
May 20, 2026, 1pm – May 20, 2026, 4pm
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Second Life: Brew up a Punch Needle Pal
May 21, 2026, 1pm – May 21, 2026, 4pm
Program
Second Life: Brew up a Punch Needle Pal
May 22, 2026, 1pm – May 22, 2026, 4pm
Doors Open 2026
May 23, 2026, 12pm – May 24, 2026, 5pm
Program
Introduction to Drop Spindle Spinning
May 30, 2026, 1pm – May 30, 2026, 4pm
Program
Introduction to Wet Felting Workshop (Beginner)
May 31, 2026, 1pm – May 31, 2026, 4pm
Program
Re.Stance Panel: Ancestral Threads
May 31, 2026, 1pm – May 31, 2026, 1:45 pm

Plan Your Visit

Visit us – We’re open Tuesday – Saturday in downtown Toronto!

We are a small, boutique museum, easily accessible by public transit and close to many Toronto attractions. Make a trip to the Textile Museum of Canada a part of your Toronto visit – whether visiting our exhibitions, attending a workshop or checking out our Museum Shop, there’s something for everyone.

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View Our Collection

We’re proud to offer virtual access to our entire collection. 15,000 objects from 200 regions worldwide spanning 2,000 years are always at your fingertips.

While only a small percentage of our collection can be displayed in the galleries at a time, our online collection provides 24/7 access to detailed high resolution photographs of all of our artifacts. Discover specialized textiles in the curated groups or search and filter the collection according to your own interests.

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Learn About Textiles

Extend your experience beyond our exhibitions. We create learning experiences for all ages through our onsite programs and digital resources.

We have public programs, online resources and knowledgeable volunteers readily available to help you dive deep into our exhibitions or learn more about your own textiles and how to care for them.

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Visit Our Shop

Looking for a special gift? Visit our Museum Shop Online!

Our shop features modern design and traditional craft from around the world as well as one-of-a-kind pieces by Canadian makers; find unique items that reflect our exhibitions.

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Join & Support Us

We wouldn’t be here without the support of our members and donors.

Become a member and enjoy year-round admission, or consider the Museum for charitable giving. We also welcome donations of textile-related items to our fundraising sales.

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Latest News

Welcome to the Textile Museum of Canada blog.

Read our new ongoing digital column to keep up with exciting announcements, staff and volunteer spotlights, our popular object-of-the moment feature, features by guest contributors, community news, opportunities for artists, and much more.

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