Threads of Tradition: The Story of Native American Beading

Tue Nov 04 2025 at 02:30 pm to 04:00 pm UTC-05:00

Alamance Community College | Graham

Threads of Tradition: The Story of Native American Beading
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Join us for a free and engaging session on the History of Native American Beading, facilitated by Rebecca Fecher of the Waccamaw People of South Carolina. This session discusses the tradition of beading and the history of wampum in Native American Culture. Wampum as Diplomacy, Native American wampum belts, such as the "Washington Belt" and Haudenosaunee Confederacy's Gayanshagowa and their influence on the founding of America and the American Constitution. This session is free and open to the public! The first part of this sessions can be attended via zoom by using the link below.
Presentation Zoom Link

Free Wampum Beading Workshop:
Following the session, participate in a free beading workshop where you can create your own wampum bracelet! All materials will be provided, making it a perfect opportunity to express your creativity.
This session is ideal for anyone interested in art, culture, or history. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience with beading, come immerse yourself in the world of Native American craftsmanship!
These programs are sponsored by the America NC250 grant.
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Alamance Community College, Graham, United States

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