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Bringing Akris Stories to Life

July 31st, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

August 1st, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Ecological Restoration Work Party

Arboretum Wingra Oak Savanna

August 2nd, 9:00am–12:00pm

Meet at Arbor Dr parking lot (off Monroe St), UW–Madison Arboretum

Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet at Arbor Dr. parking lot, off Monroe St. (No restroom facilities at Wingra Oak Savanna.) Event capacity is limited, please arrive by 9 a.m. More information: (608) 263-3774 or anne.pearce@wisc.edu.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

August 2nd, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

August 3rd, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Family Nature Walk

Arboretum

August 3rd, 1:30pm–2:30pm

Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum

This walk is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

August 4th, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Learning Together Family Class: Prairie Pals

Arboretum

August 5th, 10:00am–11:30am

Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum

We will share stories, go on a discovery walk, and create nature crafts. This class is for preschool-age children and their adult caregivers. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Fee: $20 per family/group of up to four people. Register by August 3. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

August 5th, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

August 6th, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.