sentences:  In 1996, when the collection of documentation and work created by Artists in Residence grew, it became apparent that this work was historically important and needed to be displayed to the public as well as cared for.The Fabric Workshop became "The Fabric Workshop and Museum", and now has a permanent collection of over 5,500 objects created by more than 400 artists.Due to the expansion of their neighbor, the Philadelphia Convention Center, the Fabric Workshop and Museum has changed its location three times.