Week of Events
Exhibition: Resistance and Resilience: The Weavers of Oaxaca — Opens
https://vimeo.com/1049767357 January 27, 2025–January 5, 2026 Gladys Marcus Library, Fifth Floor Gallery “Weaving is not just an economic activity; it is a means through which Zapotec women express their cultural identity and maintain a connection to their ancestral heritage.” —from Lynn Stephen's book, Zapotec Women As you step into this exhibition, imagine walking through the […]
Fashion Design AAS Exhibition: African Diaspora — Closes
December 14, 2024–January 29, 2025 Art and Design Gallery The project of the fall 2024 Fashion Design AAS program, African Diaspora, presented in collaboration with The Museum at FIT, honors the powerful influence of African culture on contemporary fashion. This showcase delves into themes of identity, resilience, and creativity, celebrating the impactful contributions of African-descendant […]
Black Student Union Exhibition: Threads of Legacy — Opens
February 1–28, 2025 Feldman Center Lobby This exhibition celebrates Black history within the FIT community, spanning past to present. It highlights the contributions of FIT's Black community. The exhibition includes work by current Black Student Union (BSU) members, Black and POC students and alumni, and the Soul Club. Threads of Legacy serves as a tribute […]
Virtual Gallery and Exhibit: Ann Lowe’s Life and Legacy as an American Couturier — Opens
February 1–28, 2025 Feldman Center Lobby In celebration of Black History Month 2025, this virtual gallery exhibit (which is displayed on a screen in the Feldman lobby and available online) pays tribute to Ann Lowe, a pioneering American couturier, by showcasing five of her exquisite couture designs, spanning the 1940s to 1960s. Highlights include four […]