Malian Mudcloth and Survival, the exhibit of bogolan textiles and images artfully brings together the tradition and the beauty of the textiles created in Mali. It includes an explanation of the origins of bogolan (mudcloth), how it is made as well as the interesting story of Rubia’s partners in Djenne and Segou.
See the presentation from the exhibit below.
Watch Dr. Rielly’s introduction of the board and mud cloth presentation here!
Watch Rubia President describe the impact of insecurity on Mali’s tourism industry and bogolan artisans here!
Watch Dr. Rielly present our Malian partners, Ndomo Workshop and Tanti Bogolan Women’s Association here!
Watch Rubia’s message of hope for the next generation of bogolan artists and audience questions here!
Listen to Dr. Rielly explain the meaning of women's "silent language" of bogolan here!
Limited pieces from the Cary Memorial Exhibit are for sale!
Please email info@rubiahandwork.org with the product name as the subject to buy any of these exquisite pieces.
