Influence of Various Factors on the Development of Karawo Traditional Textiles in Gorontalo Province, Indonesia

This study aims to clarify the influence of various factors on development traditional textiles, by examining case karawo textiles in Gorontalo Province, Indonesia from 1970 2020. employs a qualitative research method with historical approach. Data were collected through documents, observation, interviews, and literature review. analyzed interactively continuous comparisons during after data collection. The results showed that 2020 can be further divided into three distinct periods: 1970–2000, 2000–2010, 2010–2020. During each period, influenced factors, both internal external. most influential emergence craftspeople designers as production bases innovation. external actions government commercial institutions. Government policies encouraged individuals non-governmental organizations contribute textiles. Commercial institution influent distribution marketing textile products. also describes types their impacts. concludes ensure sustainable therefore those must consistently time time.