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Large scale three-dimensional fashion oriented objects.

“Enlarging the Ordinary” student exhibit now on display at Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery

November 29, 2023

South High student takes a photo using her smartphone of a green garment from the Historical Textiles Collection housed in the department of Textiles, Merchandising & Fashion Design.

Exploring Futures: South High Students Dive into UNL's TMFD Department

November 14, 2023

Eastmont Towers residents pose for an image with Dr. Robert Hillestad in the center holding a piece of art.

Eastmont Towers Retirement Community Visit Hillestad Gallery with Namesake

November 2, 2023

TMFD Alumni Spotlight: Meet Miranda Campbell

October 25, 2023

A large group gathers at the Textiles, Merchandising and Fashion Design red tent at East Campus Discovery Days. The display features the button dress community project.

Community art project shines light on textile industry sustainability

September 21, 2023

Michael Burton sits in a dark classroom in front of a large screen displaying the Animating History webpage.

‘Bell Affair’ team helping high school classes animate history

September 19, 2023

6+ individuals wearing handmade looks by ReyAnna Moore walk the runway at Omaha Fashion Week.

Five TMFD students, alumni among designers at Omaha Fashion Week

September 11, 2023

Five mannequin's on display dressed in garments from

Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery exhibition explores intersections of fashion, fandom through Star Wars

September 8, 2023

A collage of photos. Two of Carter Crayne working during his internship, and the other three are of apparel warehouses and equipment.

Internship helps Crayne gain confidence in fashion industry

August 22, 2023

Headshots of Ma'Kiya Carter and Ritu Jadwani on a red background.

2 CEHS students honored with Student Luminary Awards

May 5, 2023

Seven individuals pose on a red carpet, wearing hand crafted looks that were showcased at Omaha Fashion Week.

Creating change through textiles and crafts

March 17, 2023

Unique pink and green designs on showcase in the Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery

‘Future Tense’ National Juried Exhibition on view in Hillestad Gallery

March 17, 2023

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