The last day of our trip included a morning visit to the Textile Museum. This is not a traditional stop that a DC-visit might entail, but it is worth it. My work is directly involved with Industrial Design and textiles play a role in user perceptions. The museum was recommended by a colleague who has specialized in Colors/Materials/Finishes as they relate to products. It was located about 4 blocks from our B&B, in a historic neighborhood. As we walked down the street, we realized we were surrounded by embassies. Walks later that day in a slightly different direction showed more of the same. Although it makes sense, it still surprised us how many we saw. The picture is me in front of one of the Ireland embassies. The Museum was located in the former family home of the man who started the collection that has now grown into the largest collection in the U.S. The third floor of the museum actually has a textile library for students of this art.
After the Textile Museum, we had lunch in the Dupont Circle area at a French Bistro and spent the rest of the afternoon and early evening shopping in Georgetown. Our flight was early Sunday morning and we were very glad to get home to see the kids.
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