The American Tapestry Alliance (ATA) is engaged in a wide range of educational, exhibition, outreach and promotional programs. Our programs serve the goals of our Mission Statement: - to promote an awareness of and appreciation for woven tapestries designed and woven by individual artists - to encourage and recognize superior quality tapestries - to encourage educational opportunities in the field of tapestry - to sponsor exhibitions of tapestries - to establish a network for tapestry weavers throughout the world - to educate the public about the history and techniques involved in tapestry making