Coming soon Thanks! It Has Pockets
September 18, 2025 – March 14, 2026
Beyond the surface of this exhibition’s ubiquitous title phrase is a centuries’ long history in which women’s clothing has been denied the functionality, portability, and privacy of pockets. Despite the increased availability of pockets today, the enduring echoes of “thanks, it has pockets” suggests this simple application of cloth is a source of agency, autonomy, and joy.
Past Exhibitions in the Avenir Museum Gallery
The past exhibits in the Avenir Museum Gallery show an incredible array of breadth and depth from many cultures and time periods. Learn more about African wax prints, the women’s suffragist movement, Hmong textiles, and designer collections, among many more.
