Event Description
A symbol of Indigenous resilience and resistance against assimilation, ribbon skirts and shirts were born out of the adaptation of silk ribbons brought by French colonial settlers to express traditions and family histories on clothing made by native women. Worn by individuals from various communities across Turtle Island (an Indigenous name for North America), ribbon skirts are handmade and reflect the maker’s heritage and artisanship. In this workshop, members of the Native American Council will lead participants in creating their own ribbon skirts, detailing the significance of this regalia and what it means to wear a ribbon skirt, and addressing variations in this regalia across cultures and occasions.
Event Information
Open to Columbia University students; registration required. No experience is required. All materials will be provided. Contact [email protected] with any questions.
Hosted by the Center for Science and Society and the Native American Council at Columbia University.
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