First and foremost, may this year be a peaceful and successful year for everyone.

As you probably know by now, the TRC is moving, within two months, to new premises and we soon hope to attract more fellows, interns and volunteers, to help the existing core of indefatigable supporters who have helped the TRC to prepare the institute for its new and exciting next phase. Many thanks to all of you!

The first additions to the TRC Collection in 2026: Two hand-woven Guatemalan ikats decorated with large pom-poms and tassels. Guatemala, late 20th century (TRC 2026.0001 and TRC 2026.0002).

For the next few weeks, until mid-February 2026, we will be busy with the Herculean (or so it feels) physical move of the TRC (and its collection and library!) from the Hogewoerd to our new premises on the Boerhaavelaan (No. 6), just behind the Leiden Central Railway Station.

After the move (well, there may still be some painters wandering around), we will be presenting the next session of the renowned TRC Five-Day Intensive Textile Course. There is still one place left for the course should anyone be interested! The next edition of the Intensive Course will be organised in April, and there are currently still some places available.

But the series of Intensive Courses is only one of the many activities we are organising at our new home. The period from March to September 2026 includes a diverse programme with many workshops, lectures and courses, which will be complemented by a series of large and small exhibitions that reflect the TRC’s amazing collection.

Please come and join us, and at the same time have a look at, and enjoy, our new premises. The programme of activities can be seen, and/or downloaded here. Please feel free to register (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for one or more of the events, and don’t forget to keep an eye on the agenda. We are planning many more activities!

Gillian Vogelsang, Director TRC, 2 January 2026