The Mississippi Valley Textile Museum in Almonte, Ontario, is launching two new exhibitions on May 2, 2026, and will host the return of a popular artisan market this April. These events are designed to celebrate local history and support various artists from across the region.
The Craft and Colour market will take place on April 26, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in partnership with The Inclusion Project of Mississippi Mills. This event highlights local makers who are Black, Indigenous, or People of Colour, and the museum is currently inviting artisans from the Lanark County area to apply for vendor spots.
One of the new exhibitions opening in May is called “ROCK PAPER SCISSORS” by Quebec artist Carole Baillargeon. Her work draws on 40 years of experience in visual arts and manual trades to create sculptures and installations that reflect the natural world.
The second display, “Tartan: Culture and Cloth,” was created alongside Almonte Celtfest to explore the history and global journey of the iconic fabric. Both exhibitions will kick off with free public opening events on May 2, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and will run until July 26, 2026.
The museum is located in the annex of the former Rosamond Woolen Company, which is a National Historic Site. These spring events are part of the museum’s ongoing work to preserve the industrial history of the community while providing a space for modern art and local groups.
