Exploring Textile Heritage and Sustainable Innovation #
Hermin Textile Museum (HMTM) #
In 2014, HerMin undertook a significant transformation by revamping its former greige storage facility at the Tainan Qi-Gu Factory into the Hermin Textile Museum (HMTM). This museum offers visitors an immersive experience into the entire process of fabric production, from raw material to finished textile. The museum is designed to showcase HerMin’s rich yarn dye heritage, presenting vibrant and creative fabric displays that aim to inspire and educate every guest. In addition to the exhibits, the museum hosts a variety of engaging textile-related DIY classes, providing hands-on opportunities to explore the world of textiles. For further details, visit https://hmtm.hermin.com.tw.
Banantex®: Pioneering Sustainable Fabric #
Banantex® stands as the world’s first durable, waterproof fabric crafted entirely from banana plants. Sourced from the Philippines, these banana plants are cultivated within a natural ecosystem that supports sustainable forestry, requiring no chemical treatments. This self-sustaining crop has played a vital role in reforesting areas previously degraded by palm plantations, while also contributing to the economic well-being of local farmers. After three years of dedicated research and development, Banantex® emerged as a material that addresses environmental, economic, and social sustainability challenges. To learn more, visit https://www.bananatex.info/.