February 27th - May 10, 2025. The Mexican Cultural Institute 2829 16th St. NW, Washington, DC. INTERWOVEN: Hillary Steel in conversation with the rebozo weavers of TenancingoHillary Steel explores the intricate Jaspe rebozo, weaving in her own journey of family, thread, and friendship.
The tradition of the rebozo in Tenancingo has surpassed borders while keeping its historical heritage and INTERWOVEN tells that story for all our guests to see. Hillary Steel, a weaver who followed this journey of art and customs, shares with us the intricate tale of the Jaspe rebozo, exhibiting her contemporary work alongside fine cotton jaspe rebozos woven on both the traditional backstrap loom and pedal looms.
A teacher, artist, and writer, Steel celebrates the essence of the resist-dyed and colored threads that bind together an important part of Mexican tradition by becoming a student herself.