Welcome Afro Bohemians!The Silk Tent is excited to be a part of your home. We hope you enjoyed yourself during our Facebook Live with Afro Bohemian Homes. Click...
The Learning Tree SeriesThe Learning Tree Mini Series, a collaboration with The Silk Tent & The Barnes Foundation, is an Interactive Show-N-Tell Experience...
The Learning Gallery Presents: The Hand of FatimaThe hand of Fatimah or “Hamsa” is an ancient Talisman that symbolizes protection. Originating from the Hebrew word “Hamesh”, literally...
The Learning Gallery Presents: The Black BuddhaThe ancient Black Buddha status of the East depicts him with woolly textured hair. They were either in cornrows or a peppercorn hairstyle...
The Learning Gallery Presents: The Cameroon Beaded ApronLittle scholarship exists on these beaded garments. Bana Guili women wear dibul kouana, or beaded pubic-coverings during initiation,...
The Learning Gallery Presents; The Yoruba Ade CrownAmong the Yoruba, a tribe located in the Southwestern region of Nigeria, beads were the privilege of rulers and others who held positions...
The Learning Gallery Presents:The Minang SuntiangA Suntiang is an elaborate crown worn normally by Minangkabau women in Sumatra for festive occasions. It has the shape of a radiant fan...
The Learning Gallery Presents: The Ituri CollectionTHE SILK TENT presents a line of eye catching jewelry inspired by the Mbuti Tribe, located in the Ituri Forest of the Democratic Republic...