About this Event
Discover the beauty, symbolism, and enduring traditions of Romanian folk art in the heart of Saint Paul.
Crossing Threads: Romanian Motifs in Minnesota is a free exhibition at Landmark Center exploring traditional Romanian embroidery, textiles, decorative motifs, and the stories they carry across generations and continents.
Through intricate patterns, handcrafted works, and symbolic designs, visitors can discover the meanings behind motifs found on traditional clothing, household textiles, and folk art—and explore how these traditions have helped preserve connections to family, identity, and cultural heritage within Minnesota’s Romanian-American community.
The exhibition also introduces visitors to the Romanian traditional blouse, or ie, whose artistry and craftsmanship are recognized by UNESCO as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Opening Reception: October 4, 1–3 PM
Exhibition: October 4–December 31, 2026
Times: Open during Landmark Center public hours
Location: Landmark Center, North Gallery, Saint Paul
Admission: Free
Presented by the Heritage Organization of Romanian Americans in Minnesota (HORA) with support from Minnesota Landmarks.
Agenda
🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Opening Reception & Curators’ Introduction
Host: Monica von Geldern & Raluca Octav, Exhibition Curators
Info: Celebrate the opening of Crossing Threads: Romanian Motifs in Minnesota and explore the rich artistic traditions woven into every thread. Exhibition curators Monica von Geldern and Raluca Octav will share insights into the exhibition’s development, the significance of Romanian motifs, the heritage of the traditional Romanian blouse, and the connections between traditional folk art and contemporary cultural life in Minnesota. Meet fellow community members and discover the threads connecting Romanian heritage across time and place.
Event venue & nearby stays
Landmark Center, 75 West 5th Street, Saint Paul, United States
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