Métis Fingerweaving Workshops
Event Ended- Where
- Fort Calgary - 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB View Map
- When
- Price
- $110 + taxes Buy Tickets
- Ages
- 16+
- Website
- https://www.fortcalgary.com/events/fingerweaving
- Contact
- programs@fortcalgay 4034087781 (Fort Calgary)
Spend a day learning the basics of fingerweaving from Métis artisans on June 24 & 25 at Fort Calgary!
In this beginner’s workshop, participants will get a hands-on learning experience and learn how to measure, cut and dowel their own weaving project focused on the stipple, diagonal stripe, and chevron patterns. It is a full day of learning and crafting, so we recommend participants bring food and drinks to help stay energized and engaged!
You can opt in to have a Spolumbo’s bagged lunch provided for an additional $17.
ABOUT FINGERWEAVING
Originating among the First Nations of the Eastern Woodlands, fingerweaving found its way west with the fur trade. On the prairies, fingerwoven sashes were adopted by the Métis people not only as a useful piece of workwear and a fashionable accessory, but also as a symbol of cultural identity.
MEET YOUR FACILIATORS
Matt Hiltermann Matt Hiltermann is a Métis interpreter, artisan, and ethnohistorian. As a descendant of the Pruden family (among others,) Matt has strong ties to the historic settlements of Edmonton, Fort Carlton, and Red River. Since 2008, he has worked in the museum and heritage field at venues including Heritage Park, Fort Edmonton Park, Lougheed House, and Fort Calgary. He currently works as Historian for Metis Nation of Alberta – Region 3. Janis Laboucane Métis artisan Janis Laboucane from Fishing Lake Métis Settlement is skilled in beading, drawing, painting, quilling and tufting. Janis is a gifted storyteller with extensive experience facilitating programs and teaching Native and traditional arts.