In January of 1976, a small textile group was organized in Gainesville, Florida evolving into the Gainesville Handweavers Guild. It has grown and expanded its areas of interest and involvement but maintained the original purpose: to further the art and appreciation of handweaving and related fiber arts.

The Guild contributes to and supports the artistic development of its members through learning experiences, exhibitions, and fellowship. It also functions to inform and educate the Gainesville area concerning the fiber arts.

Membership benefits include:

1. Programs
2. Workshops
3. Monthly Newsletter
4. Guild Library
5. Equipment Rental (Looms, spinningwheel, etc)

Meetings provide a forum for members to plan, share and discuss learning opportunities and works in progress. Programs include a variety of demonstrations and hands-on activities in weaving and related fiber arts: spinning, dyeing, quilting, beading, textile history and appreciation, etc. Also including on the calendar are the annual holiday party, a spring picnic with the Jacksonville Weavers Guild and occasional workshops.

The Gainesville Handweavers Guild is a creative and supportive community for those who practice and/or have strong interests in the fiber arts. We meet 7:30 p.m. the last Wednesday of each month. Our meeting location is the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL.

Annual membership dues are $20.00. The Guild welcomes new members and visitors.

For information please call 337-9965