Contemporary native art demonstrations at Burke
Published 11:22 am Thursday, August 16, 2007
The Burke Museum is hosting a full weekend of native carving, drum making, weaving, storytelling and dancing as part of the exhibit now on view, “In the Spirit of the Ancestors: Contemporary Northwest Coast Native Art.” Meet native artists, watch live demonstrations, and purchase arts and crafts to take home. The event is free with museum admission.
Meet Coast Salish carvers Bruce Cook and Jordon Seward, two established Northwest artists who have mastered the art of carving. Watch as Nuu-Cha-Nulth carver George David demonstrates traditional drum making.
Hear expert storytellers Johnny Moses, of the Tulalip tribe, and Roger Fernandes, of the Lower Elwha band of the Klallam tribe, tell stories that share the richness of spiritual and cultural traditions from around the region.
On Saturday, enjoy a performance by the Haida Heritage Dancers, a group using only traditional hand-made regalia, masks, skin and box drums to perform their ancient and contemporary songs and dances.
Sunday, the Northern Star Dancers perform Tlingit,Tsimshian and Haidasongs passed down to their group leader, Margie Morris (Kiks’adi Tlingit),by her cultural teacher and mentor, Pete Barril.
In addition to demonstrations and performances, the celebration provides visitors with an opportunity to browse and purchase arts and crafts from more than a dozen artisans.
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Nuu-Cha-Nulth carver George David demonstrates traditional drum making.
