Cultural Art Craft Series

A series of 5 cultural art-focused crafting workshops designed to increase our understanding of various nations.  Registration required for each free class. 

Sessions will include the history of the art form, cultural importance & use, along with a hands-on crafting experience.  Supplies provided apart from the optional items noted.
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Furoshiki - Japanese Fabric Wrapping 
50y and up N/A Tu  09/15/2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pocahontas Landmark Center - PLC Training Room 		See Options
Learn this beautiful art form! The technique involves various directional knots with colorful fabric for carrying items, or gift presentation. OPTIONAL: bring a small item or two & some fabric typically up to 1 square yard.
 
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Alma Thomas Famous African American Artist 
50y and up N/A Tu  09/22/2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pocahontas Landmark Center - PLC Training Room 		See Options
This workshop will teach all about Alma Thomas's style which she discovered later in life. Her technique was colorful, vibrant & abstract.. Students will create a piece of their own in this style.OPTIONAL: Bring a light colored acrylic paint to share.
 
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Huichol - Mexican Yarn Art 
50y and up N/A Tu  09/29/2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pocahontas Landmark Center - PLC Training Room 		See Options
Learn the history of the folk art of Huichol traditionally made in vivid patterns or dream-like scenes. Create your own piece! Learn & do is where it's at! OPTIONAL:Bring black acrylic paint and bright acrylic yarn to share.
 
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Azulejos - Portuguese Mosaic 
50y and up N/A Tu  10/06/2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Portugal is rich with mosaic art. This workshop includes learning some of the history and uses - along with a piece for each student to create and take home. Multiple potential projects. OPTIONAL: Bring black acrylic paint & tweezers for placement.
 
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Chinese Calligraphy 
50y and up N/A Tu  10/20/2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pocahontas Landmark Center - PLC Training Room 		See Options
Simon & Margaret Wong teach some of the history behind the brush strokes and combinations of this beautiful art form. Students will learn the strokes & script a favorite word to take home.
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