Moccasin Workshop

with Colleen Nolan

2024-09-21 10:00 2024-09-21 16:00 60 Canada/Eastern 🎟 NAC: Moccasin Workshop

https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/37272

The Moccasin Workshop offers a unique opportunity for individuals to learn the art of crafting moccasins. Our workshop provides participants with hands-on experience in crafting and constructing their own pair of moccasins.  Participants leave with not only a beautiful pair of handmade moccasins but also pride. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, this workshop is open to all.  Our workshop provides a fun and welcoming environment, where stories will be told, and...

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Atelier Shenkman Smith
Sat, September 21, 2024
10 AM EDT
Atelier Shenkman Smith
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© Colleen Nolan
Indigenous arts Workshops
  • English
  • ≈ 6 hours · With intermission

The Moccasin Workshop offers a unique opportunity for individuals to learn the art of crafting moccasins. Our workshop provides participants with hands-on experience in crafting and constructing their own pair of moccasins.  Participants leave with not only a beautiful pair of handmade moccasins but also pride. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, this workshop is open to all.  Our workshop provides a fun and welcoming environment, where stories will be told, and laughter will be shared.  Join us for an interactive and engaging session, connecting with others and leaving with a sense of fulfillment and gratitude.  

September 30th is National Truth and Reconciliation.  In honour of this upcoming day, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the history of residential schools and its impacts.  Colleen is the daughter of a Residential School Survivor.  

Tickets close one week before the first session. Participants will be contacted regarding their shoe size and materials will be cut to size.
This workshop takes place at 1 Elgin St, in the National Arts Centre’s Atelier Shenkman Smith which is located across from the Box Office.

Artists

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    Facilitator Colleen Nolan