Native American Artists: New England at Peabody Essex

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Venue:	Peabody Essex Museum (PEM)
Hours:	10:00am - 5:00pm
Ages:	Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Indoor
Cost:	$$ see below
Category:	School Vacation

Join us during school vacation week as we celebrate Native American artists from New England. Watch artists at work, take a family tour of Shapeshifting: Transformations in Native American Art and make art of your own!

Daily Activities include:

DROP-IN ART
11 am–3 pm | Atrium | For families

FAMILY GALLERY EXPLORATION
Shapeshifting: Transformations in Native American Art

11 am–noon | Atrium | For families with children ages 5 and up
Tickets available at admissions desk on day of program
A hands-on exploration designed just for families.

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Monday, February 20
ARTIST DEMONSTRATION
Woven Quillwork
11 am–3:30 pm |Atrium
Aquinna Wampanoag artist Elizabeth James-Perry demonstrates the intricate art of woven quillwork. See how she transforms porcupine quills into works of art.

PERFORMANCES
Drumming
Noon–12:30 pm and 2–2:30 pm |Atrium
Jonathan Perry (Aquinnah Wampanoag) performs at PEM followed by a Q&A.

Tuesday, February 21
ARTIST DEMONSTRATION
Woven Quillwork
11 am–3:30 pm |Atrium

Wednesday, February 22
ARTIST DEMONSTRATION
Basketry
11:30 am–3:30 pm |Atrium
Theresa Secord (Penobscot) demonstrates the process she has used to make extraordinary baskets for more than 20 years. Winner of several Best of Basketry awards at market shows and fairs across the country, Secord helped found the Maine Indian Basketmakers Alliance.

Thursday, February 23
ARTIST DEMONSTRATION
Basketry
11:30 am–3 pm |Atrium
See Wednesday listing

FAMILY WORKSHOP
Woven Bookmark
3:45–4:15 pm |Art Studios
For families with children ages 7 and up
Reservations by February 22
Weave a sweet-grass bookmark with artist Theresa Secord (Penobscot).
Reserve Tickets Now

Friday, February 24
PERFORMANCES
Exploring Wampanoag Culture
11 am and 2 pm |Atrium
Annawon Weeden (Mashpee Wampanoag) shares stories, dance and music from his tribal culture.

COST

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Adults $15, Seniors $13, Students $11 Youth (16 and under) and Salem, Mass. residents admitted free

WEBSITE

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www.pem.org/calendar/event/556-february_school_vacation_week

LOCATION

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East India Square, Salem, MA, 01970 map
Phone: 978-745-9500