University Open Air: Stitched Narratives: The Stories We Wear

In this workshop, we explore clothing as a representation of identity, tracing the ways our garments connect us to people, places, and memories. This session emphasizes the communal nature of cloth storytelling, inviting participants to share the histories embedded in their clothing. Participants will also explore the symbolic and cultural meanings of the objects we wear, uncovering how even the most ordinary items can evoke a sense of intimacy. Whether it’s a passed-down shirt, a well-worn dress, or a fabric scrap tied to a memory, we will weave our individual stories into a collective tapestry of experience and meaning.

Through facilitated discussion, participants will be encouraged to consider how these objects represent personal identity, memory, and self-perception.