Edmonia Lewis-Inspired Soap Carving

Sat Feb 07 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-05:00

Peabody Essex Museum | Salem

Peabody Essex Museum
Publisher/HostPeabody Essex Museum
Edmonia Lewis-Inspired Soap Carving
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In-person event
Location: Create Space Studios
Included with admission
Sculptor Edmonia Lewis (1844-1907) was the first Black and Indigenous (Mississauga) artist to achieve international fame. Create a soap carving inspired by her vivid, lifelike marble sculptures, and be sure to visit her works and learn about her life in Edmonia Lewis: Said in Stone, on view starting February 14.
Regular Drop-in Art Making is held in person Friday–Sunday and holiday Mondays in our Create Space studios. Friday art making is recommended for ages 10 and up, while weekend and holiday activities are suitable for ages 4 and up. Activities are created and led by PEM art educators.
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