CHAT is preparing a special display on the themes of textiles and childhood and invites you to contribute visual materials and stories! The display is planned for one year from March 2026 onwards in The D. H. Chen Foundation Gallery at CHAT on 2/F of The Mills.

We are gathering objects and stories dated between the 1940s to 2000s, such as:

• Clothing: children’s wear, school uniforms, plimsolls, tiger-head shoes, embroidered shoes, etc.
• Fabric Toys: fabric dolls, jumping sacks, etc.
• Hand-me-Downs: quilts, baby carriers, etc.
• Historical Photographs and Anecdotes: photographs and stories documenting the use and memories of the textiles listed above

Loan and Return:
Loan arrangements are agreed on by both parties and documented in detail. All loaned items will be carefully kept and returned after the exhibition concludes.

How to Participate:
Please fill out this brief online form, where you can provide basic information about the proposed materials. We will review all entries and contact you if your materials are found suitable for display. To ensure the safety of your materials, please do not send or deliver items to CHAT before you receive our confirmation.

Deadline:
7 November 2025 (Friday)

Join us in celebrating the intersection of textile culture and childhood while creating a vibrant narrative that reflects our community’s shared experiences!

Thank you for your contribution!