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Funday Friday: Corn Husk Dolls!
07/26/2024 @ 1:00 pm
Step back in time this summer and explore our nation’s rich heritage through hands-on crafts inspired by the past. Today, explore the history of corn husk dolls, tracing their origins from Native Americans to European settlers and enslaved African Americans. During the Revolutionary era, children made these dolls from available materials, showcasing their resilience and creativity despite adversity. Participants will learn to craft their own corn husk dolls, connecting with the historical ingenuity of these children and the broader Revolutionary War era.
