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Kay Rugh

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Kay Rugh

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Beautiful hand crafted Ari handmade silk jacket .

Beautiful hand crafted Ari handmade silk jacket .

Pashmina & Prossecco ,

Pashmina & Prossecco ,

PASHMINAS & PROSECCO

An Afternoon with Sameer Bashir

December 13th, 2025
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Rice Museum

Experience an intimate afternoon of sparkling prosecco and exquisite Kashmiri artistry with Sameer Bashir, visiting textile artist from Kashmir, India.

Discover a curated collection of:
• Hand-painted, hand-woven, and hand-embroidered pashmina shawls and scarves
• Uniquely crafted jackets embroidered in fine silk and wool
• Hand-knotted mulberry silk carpets, each lovingly completed over more than two years of meticulous craftsmanship

Celebrate the beauty of authentic handmade textiles and meet the artist behind these timeless creations.

PASHMINAS & PROSECCO

An Afternoon with Sameer Bashir

December 13th, 2025
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Rice Museum

Experience an intimate afternoon of sparkling prosecco and exquisite Kashmiri artistry with Sameer Bashir, visiting textile artist from Kashmir, India.

Discover a curated collection of:
• Hand-painted, hand-woven, and hand-embroidered pashmina shawls and scarves
• Uniquely crafted jackets embroidered in fine silk and wool
• Hand-knotted mulberry silk carpets, each lovingly completed over more than two years of meticulous craftsmanship

Celebrate the beauty of authentic handmade textiles and meet the artist behind these timeless creations.

Timeless Kashmiri Elegance ✨

A breathtaking example of Kashmir’s hand-embroidered artistry, this vibrant ruby red jacket is adorned with rich floral motifs crafted entirely by skilled artisans.
Every petal, leaf, and vine is brought to life through intricate needlework, reflecting hundreds of hours of dedication and herita

Timeless Kashmiri Elegance ✨

A breathtaking example of Kashmir’s hand-embroidered artistry, this vibrant ruby red jacket is adorned with rich floral motifs crafted entirely by skilled artisans.
Every petal, leaf, and vine is brought to life through intricate needlework, reflecting hundreds of hours of dedication and herita

A Slice of Kashmir’s Royal Craftsmanship ✨

Introducing our 2.5x8 ft Pure Silk Hand-Knotted Runner, a masterpiece born in the valleys of Kashmir, India — where weaving is not just an art, but a legacy passed down through generations.

Hand-made over months of meticulous craftsmanship, this runner carries:
🧵 100% premium Mulberry silk
👐 Over hundreds of thousands of knots, tied one by one
🌸 Patterns inspired by traditional Persian & Mughal gardens
💫 A luminous sheen that changes beautifully with light

Perfect for:
— Luxury hallways
— Boutique entrances
— Beside a bed or long dressing area
— Statement corners in modern or traditional homes

A Slice of Kashmir��’s Royal Craftsmanship ✨

Introducing our 2.5x8 ft Pure Silk Hand-Knotted Runner, a masterpiece born in the valleys of Kashmir, India — where weaving is not just an art, but a legacy passed down through generations.

Hand-made over months of meticulous craftsmanship, this runner carries:
🧵 100% premium Mulberry silk
👐 Over hundreds of thousands of knots, tied one by one
🌸 Patterns inspired by traditional Persian & Mughal gardens
💫 A luminous sheen that changes beautifully with light

Perfect for:
— Luxury hallways
— Boutique entrances
— Beside a bed or long dressing area
— Statement corners in modern or traditional homes

Happy Thanksgiving, come and explore the Beauty of carftmenship

Happy Thanksgiving, come and explore the Beauty of carftmenship

The real work of art Tree of Life ,silk carpet from India kashmir

The real work of art Tree of Life ,silk carpet from India kashmir

“Be a rainbow in someone’s cloud.” — Maya Angelou
Today, Georgetown gifted us a reminder of hope right outside our front window at The Rice Museum. Even on rain-washed days, beauty finds a way to shine through the Lowcountry canopy. 🌈✨
We are grateful to be part of a community where history, art, and nature meet in moments just like this.

#TheRiceMuseum #GeorgetownSC #LowcountryLiving #SCMuseums #HistoricGeorgetown #SouthernCharm #LowcountryCulture #ArtAndHistory #MuseumLife #LowcountryWeather #RainbowMoments #MayaAngelouWisdom #GeorgetownStrong

Tagging our friends at:
@wpdeabc15 @wmbfnews @live5news @wbtwnews13 @counton2

“Be a rainbow in someone’s cloud.” — Maya Angelou
Today, Georgetown gifted us a reminder of hope right outside our front window at The Rice Museum. Even on rain-washed days, beauty finds a way to shine through the Lowcountry canopy. 🌈✨
We are grateful to be part of a community where history, art, and nature meet in moments just like this.

#TheRiceMuseum #GeorgetownSC #LowcountryLiving #SCMuseums #HistoricGeorgetown #SouthernCharm #LowcountryCulture #ArtAndHistory #MuseumLife #LowcountryWeather #RainbowMoments #MayaAngelouWisdom #GeorgetownStrong

Tagging our friends at:
@wpdeabc15 @wmbfnews @live5news @wbtwnews13 @counton2

Make your thanksgiving and Christmas cheerful with our handmade pashmina shawls and scarves.

Executive Director Jim Fitch guides us through the beauty of handwoven textiles—pashmina shawls, charmers, and silk-on-silk Persian carpets—each piece a testament to the artisans who spin magic from thread. At the Rice Museum, we celebrate craftsmanship that connects cultures and generations.

#RiceMuseumSC #GeorgetownSC #LowcountryLiving #CulturalConnections #WeavingArt #SilkOnSilk #PashminaLove #PersianTextiles #ArtisanCraft #TextileHistory #FineArtTextiles #MuseumReels #SouthCarolinaArts #SameerBashir #LowcountryArts #HandwovenHeritage #ArtAppreciation #DiscoverSC

Make your thanksgiving and Christmas cheerful with our handmade pashmina shawls and scarves.

Executive Director Jim Fitch guides us through the beauty of handwoven textiles—pashmina shawls, charmers, and silk-on-silk Persian carpets—each piece a testament to the artisans who spin magic from thread. At the Rice Museum, we celebrate craftsmanship that connects cultures and generations.

#RiceMuseumSC #GeorgetownSC #LowcountryLiving #CulturalConnections #WeavingArt #SilkOnSilk #PashminaLove #PersianTextiles #ArtisanCraft #TextileHistory #FineArtTextiles #MuseumReels #SouthCarolinaArts #SameerBashir #LowcountryArts #HandwovenHeritage #ArtAppreciation #DiscoverSC

At the Rice Museum, artisan Sameer Bashir explains the remarkable process behind mulberry silk and its use in traditional handknotted Persian carpets. Each knot—placed one at a time on a vertical loom—creates depth, movement, and a luminous sheen only real silk can achieve. This masterpiece, woven with thousands of hours of skill and storytelling, is a vivid example of the artistry Sameer brings from Kashmir to the Lowcountry.

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#RiceMuseumSC #SameerBashir #MulberrySilk #HandknottedCarpet #PersianRug #ArtisanCraft #KashmirArt #LowcountryCulture #MuseumLife #CulturalHeritage #TextileArt #SilkCarpet #SCMuseums #GeorgetownSC

At the Rice Museum, artisan Sameer Bashir explains the remarkable process behind mulberry silk and its use in traditional handknotted Persian carpets. Each knot—placed one at a time on a vertical loom—creates depth, movement, and a luminous sheen only real silk can achieve. This masterpiece, woven with thousands of hours of skill and storytelling, is a vivid example of the artistry Sameer brings from Kashmir to the Lowcountry.

⸻

#RiceMuseumSC #SameerBashir #MulberrySilk #HandknottedCarpet #PersianRug #ArtisanCraft #KashmirArt #LowcountryCulture #MuseumLife #CulturalHeritage #TextileArt #SilkCarpet #SCMuseums #GeorgetownSC

From Kashmir to the Lowcountry—Executive Director Jim Fitch introduces the remarkable artistry of Sameer Bashir, whose cashmere shawls and silk carpets honor centuries of tradition
#RiceMuseumSC #SameerBashir #KashmirCraft #CashmereShawls #SilkCarpets #TextileArt #GlobalCraftsmanship #LowcountryCulture #MuseumLife #ArtisansOfTheWorld #CulturalHeritage #HandwovenArt #GeorgetownSC #SouthCarolinaMuseums

From Kashmir to the Lowcountry—Executive Director Jim Fitch introduces the remarkable artistry of Sameer Bashir, whose cashmere shawls and silk carpets honor centuries of tradition
#RiceMuseumSC #SameerBashir #KashmirCraft #CashmereShawls #SilkCarpets #TextileArt #GlobalCraftsmanship #LowcountryCulture #MuseumLife #ArtisansOfTheWorld #CulturalHeritage #HandwovenArt #GeorgetownSC #SouthCarolinaMuseums

Christmas trees already?

Christmas trees already?

At the Rice Museum, our own Gullah cultural historian, Loretta, brings history and artistry to life. She models Sameer’s exquisite silk coat and cashmere shawl—pieces that reflect a global story of craft, heritage, and connection. From Lowcountry traditions to South Asian textiles, this moment celebrates the threads that bind cultures across oceans.

Hashtags:
#RiceMuseum #GullahCulture #LowcountryHeritage #CulturalHistory #MuseumLife #TextileArts #SilkCoat #CashmereShawl #SouthAsianTextiles #CrossCulturalConnections #GeorgetownSC #LowcountryCulture #ArtAndHeritage #MuseumStyle #CulturalStorytelling

At the Rice Museum, our own Gullah cultural historian, Loretta, brings history and artistry to life. She models Sameer’s exquisite silk coat and cashmere shawl—pieces that reflect a global story of craft, heritage, and connection. From Lowcountry traditions to South Asian textiles, this moment celebrates the threads that bind cultures across oceans.

Hashtags:
#RiceMuseum #GullahCulture #LowcountryHeritage #CulturalHistory #MuseumLife #TextileArts #SilkCoat #CashmereShawl #SouthAsianTextiles #CrossCulturalConnections #GeorgetownSC #LowcountryCulture #ArtAndHeritage #MuseumStyle #CulturalStorytelling

The Rice Museum’s Prevost Gallery is proud to host the Waccamaw Neck Art Alliance Holiday Art Show—now open through January 10, 2026. Celebrate the season with a vibrant showcase of local artistry, creative expression, and the unique voices of our coastal community. Visit us and experience the Lowcountry through the eyes of its artists.

Hashtags:
#RiceMuseum #PrevostGallery #WaccamawNeckArtAlliance #HolidayArtShow #LowcountryArts #SouthCarolinaArtists #GeorgetownSC #DiscoverSC #SCMuseums #LocalArt #ArtExhibit #SupportLocalArtists #CoastalCulture #LowcountryLife #ArtInTheLowcountry

The Rice Museum’s Prevost Gallery is proud to host the Waccamaw Neck Art Alliance Holiday Art Show—now open through January 10, 2026. Celebrate the season with a vibrant showcase of local artistry, creative expression, and the unique voices of our coastal community. Visit us and experience the Lowcountry through the eyes of its artists.

Hashtags:
#RiceMuseum #PrevostGallery #WaccamawNeckArtAlliance #HolidayArtShow #LowcountryArts #SouthCarolinaArtists #GeorgetownSC #DiscoverSC #SCMuseums #LocalArt #ArtExhibit #SupportLocalArtists #CoastalCulture #LowcountryLife #ArtInTheLowcountry

This holiday season, The Rice Museum is honored to welcome Sameer Bashir, a master artisan from the fabled valleys of Kashmir, India. Sameer has traveled over 16 hours from his home, leaving behind his loving wife and daughter, to share with us the richness of his culture and the beauty of his craft.

Sameer’s hands tell stories — weaving together the soft wool of Himalayan goats and the shimmering silk spun by worms into breathtaking shawls and carpets. Each thread carries centuries of tradition, patience, and artistry.

We are thrilled to have Sameer with us through the holiday months, demonstrating his process and showcasing his handmade cashmere shawls and Persian-style silk carpets — true works of wearable art.

📍 Visit The Rice Museum in Georgetown, South Carolina, to meet Sameer in person and witness his mastery come to life.

#TheRiceMuseum #GeorgetownSC #CulturalHeritage #HandwovenArt #Cashmere #KashmirCrafts #HolidayAtTheRiceMuseum #ArtisanSpotlight

This holiday season, The Rice Museum is honored to welcome Sameer Bashir, a master artisan from the fabled valleys of Kashmir, India. Sameer has traveled over 16 hours from his home, leaving behind his loving wife and daughter, to share with us the richness of his culture and the beauty of his craft.

Sameer’s hands tell stories — weaving together the soft wool of Himalayan goats and the shimmering silk spun by worms into breathtaking shawls and carpets. Each thread carries centuries of tradition, patience, and artistry.

We are thrilled to have Sameer with us through the holiday months, demonstrating his process and showcasing his handmade cashmere shawls and Persian-style silk carpets — true works of wearable art.

📍 Visit The Rice Museum in Georgetown, South Carolina, to meet Sameer in person and witness his mastery come to life.

#TheRiceMuseum #GeorgetownSC #CulturalHeritage #HandwovenArt #Cashmere #KashmirCrafts #HolidayAtTheRiceMuseum #ArtisanSpotlight

Seasonal change has arrived at the Rice Museum, bringing new window displays inspired by the beauty and heritage of the Lowcountry. Assistant Director and Cultural Historian Brandon McCoy, who spent over 13 years as an interior designer, brought his design expertise to this project—blending artistry, history, and place into one cohesive story.

#RiceMuseum #GeorgetownSC #LowcountryCulture #CulturalHeritage #HistoricGeorgetown #MuseumLife #ExhibitDesign #WindowDisplay #DesignMeetsHistory #SouthernStyle #LowcountryLiving #PreserveThePast #ArtAndHeritage #MuseumDisplay #BehindTheScenes

Seasonal change has arrived at the Rice Museum, bringing new window displays inspired by the beauty and heritage of the Lowcountry. Assistant Director and Cultural Historian Brandon McCoy, who spent over 13 years as an interior designer, brought his design expertise to this project—blending artistry, history, and place into one cohesive story.

#RiceMuseum #GeorgetownSC #LowcountryCulture #CulturalHeritage #HistoricGeorgetown #MuseumLife #ExhibitDesign #WindowDisplay #DesignMeetsHistory #SouthernStyle #LowcountryLiving #PreserveThePast #ArtAndHeritage #MuseumDisplay #BehindTheScenes

Join us for an opening reception for a collection of works by artist Steven Jordan.

Join us for an opening reception for a collection of works by artist Steven Jordan.

The Javits Center. NYC. Like the Emerald City for gift shop buyers.

The Javits Center. NYC. Like the Emerald City for gift shop buyers.

Visiting with artist Jonathan Green.

Visiting with artist Jonathan Green.

Honored to have hosted author Lorna Rainey at the Rice Museum. Her new book “First in the House” is a biographical account of her great-grandfather Joseph Hayne Rainey, the first African American elected into the US House of Representatives.

Honored to have hosted author Lorna Rainey at the Rice Museum. Her new book “First in the House” is a biographical account of her great-grandfather Joseph Hayne Rainey, the first African American elected into the US House of Representatives.

Alex Baldwin printing “Green Flounder” 🐟Available as soon as it dries at The Rice Museum.

Alex Baldwin printing “Green Flounder” 🐟Available as soon as it dries at The Rice Museum.

Lose yourself in our spring gallery “The World of Plein Air Painting” featuring artists Jill Aiken and Clay Johnson now through May 31st. #pleinair #ricemuseum

Lose yourself in our spring gallery “The World of Plein Air Painting” featuring artists Jill Aiken and Clay Johnson now through May 31st. #pleinair #ricemuseum

Artisan Sameer Bashir is bringing some color into the museum gallery this spring!

Artisan Sameer Bashir is bringing some color into the museum gallery this spring!

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