African-American Contributions to Textile and Fashion
February 8, 2014 |
February 8: 10:00-2:00 pm.
Join Danielle Ullrich in a practical, hands-on workshop in the care and maintenance of heirloom textiles. Ms. Ullrich will discuss the types of textiles worn and produced at the Hermitage and those responsible for creating. The public is invited to bring family heirlooms to discuss their care and preservation with the Hermitage staff. At noon, the Hermitage’s Assistant Curator Ashley Bouknight will present a program on Gracy Bradley, the enslaved seamstress of the Hermitage, and the archaeological evidence of her life and work. Bring your own handiwork and enjoy the community of crafters.
Admission to this event is FREE.
Black History Month provides the Hermitage with a special opportunity to examine, explore, and share stories of its enslaved people to a wide audience.
Please visit our website for more information about all of our events.
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Website:
www.thehermitage.com/events/events1/bhm |
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| Location Information |
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The Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson |
4580 Rachel's Lane
Nashville, TN 37076 |
| Website:
www.thehermitage.com/ |
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| Contact Information |
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Chris Rydburg |
| Email:
crydburg@thehermitage.com |
| Phone:
615-889-2941 |
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