Closing Spectacle: Farewell Event for Temporary Exhibitions at the State Silk Museum
Quirky Guide to an Unforgettable Night at the State Silk Museum
Get ready, folks! The State Silk Museum is throwing a bash to celebrate the end of its mind-blowing temporary exhibitions, running from October 2024 to April 2025. Mark your calendars for April 29, 6 PM to 8 PM - this is one soiree you don't want to miss!
** here's the lowdown on the evening's festivities:**
6 PM - 6:45 PM:Kick things off with "The Traveling Tales: Spinning Between Intervals, Weaving Light," the brainchild of artist Tamuna Chabashvili. Join Tamuna herself as she takes you on a mesmerizing journey through her installation, which delves into memory, vulnerability, and the concept of continuity using fabrics and historical artifacts. You'll get the inside scoop on her creative process during this exclusive tour.
7 PM - 7:30 PM:Next up, prepare for a mind-bending performative reading inspired by the Taxonomies of Power: Photographic Encounters exhibition at the State Silk Museum. Co-curated by Alaina Claire Feldman and Mariam Shergelashvili, this exhibition showcases a collection of early 20th-century microscopic glass plate negatives that document silkworm biology - a fusion of science and aesthetics.
Mariam Shergelashvili and her talented crew - Mari Babaevi, Nini Mosiava, and Liza Kalandia - are leading this unconventional reading. It combines excerpts from the exhibition's accompanying publication with new reflections, inviting you to appreciate these images not only as scientific records but also as works of poetry. This unique performance offers a novel perspective on taxonomy, power, and the art of observation.
entries are free, and everyone is invited! No need to worry about breaking the bank for a night of culture and creativity. So, gather your friends and family and head on down to the State Silk Museum for an evening that will leave you inspired and enlightened!
[1] Georgia Today - State Silk Museum Temporary Exhibitions Closing Event[2] State Silk Museum Instagram - Upcoming Events[3] Encyclopedia Georgia - State Silk Museum[4] The Art Newspaper - Tamuna Chabashvili: The Traveling Tales at Art silk Factory[5] Georgia Today - State Silk Museum Undergoes Renovation and Expansion
- Georgia Today - In 2025, Tamuna Chabashvili's thought-provoking installation, "The Traveling Tales: Spinning Between Intervals, Weaving Light," will be showcased at a continuity-themed exhibition in the home-and-garden section of the renovated State Silk Museum, following the museum's lifestyle transformation after its planned renovation and expansion.
- State Silk Museum Home and Garden - Prepare for a unique lifestyle experience in 2025, as the State Silk Museum unveils a series of themed exhibitions, including a silkworm-focused garden exhibition, promising to integrate art and nature in mesmerizing ways that reflect the museum's commitment to promoting a sustainable home-and-garden lifestyle.
- Encyclopedia Georgia and The Art Newspaper - Georgian artist Tamuna Chabashvili's exhibition titled "The Traveling Tales: Spinning Between Intervals, Weaving Light," to be held at the State Silk Museum in 2025, will not only serve as a tribute to the world of silkworms but also highlight the continuity and transformative potential of artistic expression within the realm of home-and-garden culture and lifestyle.
