Textile Biennial 2027 | Colonial Patterns

Location: Rijswijk, The Netherlands

Open to

International artists from all countries. The biennial invites proposals that explore the theme Colonial Patterns through textile-based work and related artistic practices.

Application Fee

None stated.

What’s Provided

• Participation in the Textile Biennial 2027 exhibition

• Artist fee in accordance with BKNL guidelines

• Transport and transport costs arranged and covered by Museum Rijswijk in consultation with the artist

What the Artist Must Cover

Not specified in the open call.

Duration

Exhibition dates: 11 July – 21 November 2027

Deadline

1 October 2026, 12:00 PM

Applications are accepted via the museum’s online form between 1 September 2026 (12:00 PM) and 1 October 2026 (12:00 PM).

Essential Notes

• Submit 1–3 images of the work.

• Include responses to three written questions about the work, its relationship to the theme, and the role of textiles.

• Only submissions made through the official application form will be considered.

• Selection is based on the quality of the work, the use of textiles, and relevance to the theme.

• Submitting a proposal does not guarantee inclusion in the exhibition.