How to Visit the Textile Museum

The Textile Museum, located in Washington, D.C., is devoted to showcasing pieces of textile arts. The museum is on South Street in D.C.'s historic Kalorama neighborhood. If you are in the area, you should visit the Textile Museum.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Find on-street parking when you arrive. Spaces are limited, so you may want to consider taking public transportation and walking a few blocks to the museum.

2. Start with the Oriental rug collection. The founder of the museum had a particular interest in the collecting of Oriental rugs. Therefore, you'll find one of the nation's largest collections of Oriental carpets.

3. Check out the Activity Gallery at the Textile Museum. This permanent exhibit is interactive and teaches visitors about the creation of different types of textiles.

4. Take a Highlights Tour. These tours are offered on select days and are led by a knowledgeable museum guide. The guide explains the history of the museum and points out certain pieces in the current exhibition.

5. Look at the museum's calendar to see if there is an upcoming lecture or workshop that you wish to attend. The museum has numerous special programs and most are free with paid admission.

Tips & Warnings

• Throughout the year, the museum holds Textiles and Tea days. For one low rate, you get a guided tour of the museum as well as tea and treats under a wisteria-covered pergola.
• You can bring home your own textiles by visiting the museum shop. Offerings also include souvenirs, books and paper products.

Resources

• For tourist information, visit the Textile Museum website.