Chippewa Valley Museum PO Box 1204 Eau Claire WI 54702 (715) 834-7871 info@cvmuseum.com

 

CVM Events


December

Thursday, 24: Christmas Eve: CVM closed.

Friday, 25: Christmas Day: CVM closed.

January

Friday, 1: New Year's Day: CVM closed.

Braided Woolen Rugmaking

Choose Three Dates:
Saturdays, on January 9, 23 and 30 — OR —
Wednesdays, on January 6, 20 and 27
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Back by popular demand, Nelva Dykema, a master of braided wool rugs, will teach the skills needed to create a beautiful, colorful rug! She will instruct participants as they practice the steps, including preparing the materials and getting started, braiding, lacing and finishing the rug. Participants can have a good start on a small rug by the end of the workshop. This class meets three times. You do NOT have to attend all three sessions! $25 for members or $30 for non-members. Call Liz Fisher at 715-834-7871 to register by Tuesday, December 30. Class space is limited.

Ongoing Exhibits

Main Gallery: Paths of the People; Settlement and Survival
Rural Heritage Wing: Farm Life
Farmhouse Object Theater: This Day
Ayres Associates Gallery: In the Neighborhood

Coming November 17:

Wrapped in Pride: Ghanaian Kente and African-American Identity