The exhibition features traditional textiles from Africa, Asia
and South America collected by Paul J. Smith, Director Emeritus
of the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City. These items
have inspired contemporary design works by UC Davis students that
are also showcased, highlighting the continuing relevance of
traditional cultures and how they drive design thinking in new
directions.
Each quarter the museum enlists the services of senior
undergraduate students from the Department of Design. They gain
practical hands-on experience in the museum exhibition process
including installation design, preparation and the handling of
objects.
