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Appalachian Weavings Meet Modern Art | Asheville News
Step into a groundbreaking exhibit where Appalachian bedcoverlets from the 1800s and early 1900s share the spotlight with modern abstract art—proving that stunning geometric design isn’t confined to galleries, but thrived in homes across Appalachia. Curators and weaving experts reveal how these overlooked crafts, often made by women with limited resources, rival op art in complexity and vision. The Asheville Art Museum’s Warp, Weft, and the Grid not only redefines what counts as “fine art,” but invites you to weave, learn, and connect—with workshops, contemporary artists, and a powerful…
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