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Huichol Yarn Art

A Hispanic Heritage Craft
2023-10-16 15:00:00 2023-10-16 17:00:00 America/New_York Huichol Yarn Art Drop in for a craft inspired by a traditional Mexican art form.. Ages 6+ Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor

Monday, October 16
3:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-16 15:00:00 2023-10-16 17:00:00 America/New_York Huichol Yarn Art Drop in for a craft inspired by a traditional Mexican art form.. Ages 6+ Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor

Drop in for a craft inspired by a traditional Mexican art form.. Ages 6+

Make a Huichol style picture, Mexican art that uses just yarn and glue. Ages 6+

AGE GROUP: | Children | Ages 6-12 |

EVENT TYPE: | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion | Children | Art & Music |

TAGS: | Hispanic Heritage Month | Children | Arts & Craft |

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
jcahill@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
Branch manager
James Cahill
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