Russian Folk Textiles Showcase
An in-person program with Dr. Franklin Sciacca at the Russian History Museum
Discover how everyday Russian village life gave rise to intricate textile-making traditions that carried deep cultural meaning—from birth and marriage to sacred rites and seasonal festivals. This event offers a rare opportunity to explore remarkable examples of embroidery and textile-production tools from the museum’s collection, including never-before-displayed pieces. Join Frank Sciacca, emeritus professor of Russian Studies at Hamilton College, to learn how these handwoven works of art were made, what they symbolized, and what role they played in the life of a Russian village.
Whether you’re passionate about design, fiber arts, history, or cultural traditions, this immersive experience will inspire and inform. Recommended for ages 16 and up.
This program is FREE, with a suggested donation of $10 per attendee.
Seats are limited, so register now!
About the Presenter
Franklin Sciacca has lectured extensively on East Slavic folklore and Russian Orthodox iconography.
Sciacca’s ongoing research interests include the ritual function of textiles in Ukrainian folkways and the history of Pochayiv Monastery. He earned a doctorate and master’s from Columbia University and joined the faculty of Hamilton College in 1984, where he taught until his recent retirement.