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Explore traditional weaving at Richmond’s new Musqueam artist workshop

A new series of artist workshops hosted at Richmond’s Brighouse library branch will offer a hands-on opportunity to learn more about Musqueam culture and traditional weaving.
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A new series of artist workshops hosted at Richmond’s Brighouse library branch will offer a hands-on opportunity to learn more about Musqueam culture and traditional weaving.

“Working in partnership with the City of Richmond’s public art program, we are so pleased to host our second series of Musqueam artist workshops,” said Susan Walters, chief library for the Richmond Public Library.

The first workshop series begins on March 31 and runs for three consecutive Sundays, teaching traditional Musqueam weaving.

The workshop will be led by Gary Point, a Musqueam artist and weaver, who uses art to share traditional knowledge and weaving techniques.

Participants interested in Point’s workshop must register in advance and attend all three sessions.

Later this spring, in May and June, Coast Salish weaver Sandra Guerin will host three workshops demonstrating traditional cedar weaving techniques and oral storytelling practices. Participants will learn to make their own cedar bracelet.

Those interested in one of Guerin’s workshops should register in advance, but only need to attend one session.

To register for either workshop, visit the library’s event calendar.