The British Sari Story
Not to be missed – The British Sari Story celebrates British Asian life today with traditional saris from south Asia and brand new saris with 21st century British patterns reflecting the lives of second generation British Asians in the UK. With drawings by artist and researcher Helen Scalway. Touring with Arts Council England funding – see right for details.
Click here for a Guardian Unlimited photogallery or click on the pictures below for a slideshow.
An Education Pack is available for use with this exhibition. We also offer draping workshops and pattern workshops . Click on the links on the right for more information.
Exhibition touring nationally – some dates still available for hire.
The opening exhibition in Brent, whch was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, was launched by Baroness Flather, first Asian woman in the House of Lords. The project was developed in collaboration with Brent Museum, Sari UK Ltd, the University of East London and the V&A Museum.
