Texas Standard Conversations about sustainability and the environment often focus on things like electric vehicles and alternatives to fossil fuels. But 342 million barrels of petroleum are used each year in the production of polyester, nylon and other textiles, according to University of Texas associate professor and fashion designer Jessica Ciarla.
The Daily Texan Showcasing newly developed sustainable sequins, “Particles of Color: Where Science Meets Fashion” debuted at the Texas Science & Natural History Museum this past Saturday with an exhibit of over 50 objects created by students, local and foreign designers from around the world.
UTNews Although many visitors to Texas Science & Natural History Museum are familiar with exhibits featuring towering fossils of dinosaurs from millions of years ago, the museum’s newest exhibition is all about sustainability for the future.
TravelMag This innovative exhibition explores newly developed sustainable sequins and their use across a range of artistic creations, from garments to textiles, art and jewelery.
KUT Austin It’s been more than a year since the Texas Memorial Museum on the UT campus closed for renovations. It’s reopening Saturday as the Texas Science & Natural History Museum.
CBS Austin The Texas Science & Natural History Museum, situated on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin, has officially reopened its doors after a period of uncertainty and closure.
UT News With a new name — the Texas Science & Natural History Museum — major renovations and a refined mission, UT’s most historic museum has a new lease on life
