Art, Science and History combine in this multidisciplinary exploration of the Indigo plant. Children and families have the opportunity to learn about the deep historical roots of indigo in South Carolina, view indigo-dyed textiles, understand the science of creating dye from the indigo plant, and take a Make-It-At-Home kit to create a simple weaving using yarn dyed with natural indigo. In the Museum’s courtyard, visitors can interact with Indigofera Suffruticosa, the type of indigo plant grown in colonial South Carolina.
Chasing Blue: The History, Science and Art of Indigo is on view in the Education Gallery from June 2021 through January 2022.
