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FAMILY WORKSHOP

Let's Go to Africa: Exploring "The Art of Weapons"

11/1/2014
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Hood Museum of Art
Intended Audience(s): Public
Categories: Arts, Exhibitions, Workshops & Training
Registration required.

1 November, Saturday, 1:00–2:30 p.m.
FAMILY WORKSHOP
Let's Go to Africa: Exploring The Art of Weapons
In this workshop we will consider the beauty and social significance of weapons made by more than forty culture groups across Africa. We will explore these weapons through careful looking and drawing activities. In the studio we will create our own prestige objects using a variety of materials. For children ages 7–12 and their adult companions. Enrollment is limited. Register for this event online.

Image caption: Kuba people, Democratic Republic of Congo, ikula ceremonial knife, 19th–20th century, metal and wood. Gift of Ernst Anspach; 180.27.25946

For more information, contact:
Alison Palizzolo
alison.m.palizzolo@dartmouth.edu
603-646-1469
Permanent URL to this event: https://studioart.dartmouth.edu/events/event?event=30488

Events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.