Loulé: Textile artists exhibit unique works crafted from Churra sheep wool

Starting this October 10, the Algarve’s native Churra sheep takes centre stage

Loulé’s Gama Lobo Palace will host a distinctive exhibition showcasing the work of seven textile artists. Visitors will discover innovative pieces created during an artistic residency using wool from the Algarve Churra sheep, an indigenous Portuguese breed native to the southern region of the country.

Opening this Friday, October 10, the exhibition is curated by Vasco Águas with the technical support of Paula Neves Têxtil. It aims to promote the wool of the Algarve Churra sheep – a breed well adapted to the Algarve ecosystem, yet long neglected due to its lower profitability and now considered one of the least represented in the country.

Over several months, the artists worked with Algarve Churra wool, overseeing the entire process from shearing to washing and spinning. By reinterpreting traditional techniques and exploring new methods in contemporary textile art, they have created works that merge knowledge, innovation, and craftsmanship. The result: bringing artistic and economic value to this local resource.

The residency, Aligned by the Same Wool, is part of the municipality’s strategy to promote endogenous resources, developed in collaboration with Algarchurra – the Algarve Churra Sheep Breeders Association.

The exhibition will remain on display until November 22. Admission is free.

The museum is open to visitors from Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, and on Saturdays, from 9am to 1pm.

Article originally published by Alexandra Stilwell on Portugal Resident.

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