Advancing Uganda's Barkcloth Heritage for a Sustainable Future
The Barkcloth Center drives innovation, enterprise, and environmental stewardship through barkcloth strengthening livelihoods, expanding markets, and supporting the cultivation of one million Mitumba trees (Ficus natalensis).
About The Barkcloth Center
The Barkcloth Center is a multidisciplinary hub established by Xenson Art Space to strengthen Uganda's barkcloth industry through innovation, skills development, sustainable production, and market access.
Learn MoreOur Core Focus
Innovation
Reimagining barkcloth for modern markets and design applications.
Education
Providing practical training across the value chain.
Sustainability
Promoting agroforestry and responsible production practices.
Collaboration
Bringing together stakeholders to close industry gaps.
Marketplace Development
Connecting producers to local and global markets.
Our Partners
