Experience the Waterford National Historic Landmark through a lens focused on Women's History of Waterford! In 1970 the Secretary of the Interior designated Waterford and its rural surround a National Historic Landmark. Well into the 20th century, most Americans lived and worked on farms or in small towns like this one. Few of these […]
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Join our Preservation Director for a discussion at the Rust Library to learn more about life during the Civil War in Waterford; from the Loudoun Independent Rangers to the Waterford News, life in Waterford changed drastically during the Civil War. ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Date and Time: Wednesday, March 19th at 7pm Location: Rust Library (380 Old Waterford […]
Join us and learn how to complete a needlefelted bunny during class.
During this weekend course, students will create beautiful round baskets from natural willow by mastering traditional techniques such as constructing a circular base, exploring various upsett styles, and weaving side borders—with the option to add a complementary handle.
In this one-day class, students design a useful 2’ by 3’ painted canvas floorcloth—one of the earliest forms of modern floor coverings—by choosing from various diamond patterns on a cream or yellow-gold background (prepped in advance) and applying a selection of provided or personal paint colors.
Learn to weave the classic Adirondack Backpack with Sue Muldoon, creating a lightweight, hands-free pack perfect for daily use. This medium-sized backpack (11” tall) is designed for stability and space-saving, and you'll explore color and weaving variations to make it uniquely yours.
Join us and learn to work wool roving into a cute little lamb.
Explore the history and global techniques of tablet weaving in this seminar, which includes hands-on time to create your own woven sample, perfect as a key or eyeglass lanyard.
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