Crow Museum to Open Bamboo Art Exhibition in Dallas
The upcoming exhibition features a curated collection of Japanese bamboo art and contemporary sculpture.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Fine Art
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The Crow Museum of Asian Art will open the exhibition Twisted, Plaited, Sculpted on Nov. 7, 2026. This showcase features a unique collaboration between the museum and the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation.
Why it matters
This partnership brings significant bamboo art pieces to North Texas, highlighting the transformation of natural materials into modern sculptural forms. The exhibition serves as a platform to share the extensive Thoma Foundation collection with the public.
The exhibition displays 22 works by 17 Japanese artists. The Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation, established in 2014, began collecting bamboo art in 2011 and now holds roughly 2,000 total works.
The players
Crow Museum of Asian Art
A Dallas-based institution dedicated to the arts and cultures of Asia.
Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation
A philanthropic organization that supports the arts and manages a diverse collection of creative works.
Fujinuma Noboru
A Japanese artist whose work is featured in the museum's bamboo exhibition.
Fujitsuka Shosei
A featured Japanese artist known for his contributions to the bamboo sculpture medium.
Shakuntala Kulkarni
A contemporary artist who created the sculpture Armour for the Bride.
The details
Organized into four themes—Baskets Reimagined, Abstract, Spiral, and Verticality—the show features masterworks by artists such as Fujinuma Noboru and Fujitsuka Shosei. The display also incorporates video and photography by Shakuntala Kulkarni, including the piece titled Armour for the Bride.
Timeline
The Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation began collecting Japanese bamboo art in 2011.
The foundation was officially established in 2014.
The exhibition opens on Nov. 7, 2026.
The exhibition will run through Oct. 17, 2027.
Industry Dynamics
Museums are increasingly leveraging partnerships with private foundations to curate specialized exhibitions that draw from deep, niche collections. This collaboration reflects a broader trend of institutions expanding access to rare, historically significant art through cross-regional institutional alliances.
Residents and visitors can access the exhibition for free from Tuesday through Sunday. The museum operates daily hours from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its location on Flora St.
The takeaway
Visitors can experience the evolution of traditional craft into modern art by exploring the four thematic sections of the bamboo display. Those planning to attend should verify daily museum operating hours to ensure the best viewing experience.
Further reading
Learn more about local cultural events on the Dallas Fine Art page.
More information
For more information on the exhibition schedule and museum hours, visit the Crow Museum of Asian Art website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by White Rock Lake Weekly.
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