Karen Reddington-Hughes
DERBY - The Osborne Homestead Museum, 500 Hawthorne Ave. has several Oriental rugs in its collection and each rug holds a story.
Join museum staff at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 19 to learn about the history and symbols of Oriental rugs.
The program will be presented by Karen Reggington-Hughes, an Oriental rug expert with extensive experience working with corporate and private interior designers.
Reggington-Hughes learned the trade by visiting with wholesalers and rug dealers while working at Hamrah’s, a rug and carpet company, more than 20 years ago.
She ultimately opened Abrash Galleries in Woodbury in 2004 and has been sharing her knowledge and love of rugs statewide.
Abrash Galleries showcase Persian, Turkish, Chinese, and Indian rugs alongside an extensive collection of artwork.
During this informative presentation under the tent on the Kellogg Estate grounds, participants will learn the history of Oriental rugs and the use of symbols and design in the weaving.
Information will include the different origins of rugs and how to interpret their history and importance. Enjoy this historical and cultural program in the outdoors. If inclement weather occurs, the program will move indoors.
Please remember to follow DEEP’s New Normal Health & Safety Guidelines, https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DEEP/COVID-19/Health_Safety_Flyer_NN_Final.pdf and register to participate.
Details and registration can be found at www.ct.gov/deep/kellogg by visiting the link to Upcoming Events.
This is a press release from Kellogg Environmental Center.
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