*The Museum is closed May 11th—June 4th for installation*
HOURS:
Thursdays, Fridays | 1pm to 5pm
Saturdays, Sundays | 11am to 5pm
On View at the Museum:
On View June 5th
Opening Reception June 12th
Upcoming Workshops & Events
Going Beyond the Frame with Vicki Assegued
Sunday, June 7th, 2026 from 11am to 4pm
You'll begin by wrapping a frame with gorgeous fabrics and fibers, creating a foundation for adding elements within, around and beyond the frame. You'll then learn an exciting variety of techniques for creating all sorts of parts and pieces to add on to your artwork, turning it into a gorgeous and unique wall piece.
$130 (all materials included)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Threads of Thought: Ryan Carrington
Saturday, June 6th, 2026 at 2pm
"I grew up in a family that values labor, hard work, and creating with one’s hands. At the heart of all of my pieces lies a quiet homage to the modern-day craftsman and tradesman. My work bridges issues of labor, class, work ethic and economics with my personal and family history. Within my studio practice I delve deep into processes that parallel the monotony and tedium that laborers endure.
Through my art, I shed light on a corner of our society with a rich history of craftsmanship, process, and precision. By nurturing a fresh fascination of tools and materials, I provoke consideration for how we value each other in our ever-changing community. "
- Ryan Carrington
Join us to hear more about Carrington’s exceptional work!
$15 per person
$10 Member / Student
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Yoga at the Museum with Sarah Wilhelm
Second Sundays: June 14th, 2026 from 10am to 11am
Join us for a rejuvenating and peaceful morning of yoga at the Museum! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, Sarah Wilhelm will guide you through a series of gentle poses and mindfulness practices, all within the inspiring environment of our Museum. All ages and levels welcome, we can't wait to see you!
June will feature Chair Yoga—accessible to all!!
$18 per person
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Keep our Mission Alive: Donate
Only with the support of our community are we able to preserve, celebrate, and promote knowledge about quilts and textiles, their creation, their beauty, and their relationship to human culture and expression. The Museum thanks everyone who has supported through the years, and with your continued support, we may provide community enrichment for many years to come.
Get to Know the Director on Content Magazine
#141 Kris Jensen - Director of the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles
"Kris Jensen, Director of the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles, has woven together a range of experiences in taking the helm of one of the Bay Area’s most niche and quietly radical museums. Born and raised in San Jose, Jensen grew up in a family of artists, but came in contact with the realities of food insecurity and housing instability after his mother passed away when he was still very young. Jensen’s father, a folk artist and interior designer, was accepting of all lifestyles at a time when that was uncommon, and frequently had friends from various communities at his house. That early exposure to diverse relationships and identities was part of what helped shape Kris’s understanding of social justice from a young age....Continue Reading on Content.
The SJMQT is your go-to for all things textile!
The mission of the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles is to preserve, celebrate, and promote knowledge about quilts and textiles, their creation, their beauty, and their relationship to human culture and expression.
