The Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising comprises some 20,000 historically and culturally significant artifacts, representing primarily 19th and 20th century EuroAmerican dress and textiles, with additional depth in India, China, Japan, Central Asia, and Latin America.

We are a crossroads of theory and practice, where people and their stories come together – stories about textiles, dress, and interior furnishings, about how they are made and used, and what they mean to people.  What’s your story? Add your name and contact information below to stay informed about exhibitions, lectures, volunteer opportunities, and other interesting events.