Antique Rug & Textile Art Association (ARTAA)

The Antique Rug & Textile Art Association (ARTAA) is a consortium of collectors, dealers and rug and textile enthusiasts. ARTAA is a registered 501(c)(6) organization. ARTAA promotes the appreciation and understanding of traditional antique and ethnographic textiles and weaving cultures from around the world. ARTAA's main project is organizing the annual Antique Rug & Textile Show (ARTS) in San Francisco. ARTS is the largest annual rug fair worldwide. ARTS provides a platform for leading dealers and a forum for serious collectors. ARTS educates the public to nourish interest in traditional tribal weavings. Through its education and outreach ARTAA and ARTS serve the entire tribal rug and textile community. To join ARTAA please visit the Opening Reception page.