Kantara Rug Journal

Join Alia Kate as she presents a Smithsonian Journeys expert lecture on weaving and rural life in Morocco. The virtual lecture is from 2-3pm EDT on October 22nd.

The art of weaving in Morocco is championed by women living in mostly rural areas of the Middle and High Atlas region. This short tone poem documentary chronicles the process of weaving from start to finish, highlighting artisan groups that Kantara has worked with for many years.