Eritrean basket weaving is making a comeback as a sustainable craft. The age-old art, which has been passed down generations, is now getting recognition for its eco-friendly practices. The craft uses ...

For 25 years, Stephanie Craig has been practicing traditional Indigenous basket weaving, fighting carpal tunnel and arthritis in her hands, in order to keep the tradition alive. Craig, a member of the ...

Students take a Gullah basket weaving class hosted by Andrea Cayetano-Jefferson in the Student Union Tuesday afternoon. The class was organized by UConn Black Students Association President Breanna ...

Wahpeniat, or “one who makes good baskets,” was the traditional Yakama name given to 12-year-old Bessie Bill at a Yakama Nation sacred longhouse ceremony. Born to Johnny Jr. and Lucinda Bill, Bill was ...

The ancient Native tradition of weaving baskets is now grabbing the attention of the contemporary art world. Jeffrey Brown visited one artist who is taking the form in new directions. It's for our ...

Native American basket weaving is one of the oldest and most meaningful art forms in North America, reflecting not only creativity but also cultural heritage and survival skills. More than simple ...

Victoria MacBeath receives funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada for craft history research. Concordia University provides funding as a founding partner of The ...